Rangamatia - Nayagram, Jhargram
Rangamatia is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Patina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 340823. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.6 hectares and falls under the 721125 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Rangamatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangamatia
According to the 2011 Census, Rangamatia village had a total population of 208 people, including 107 males and 101 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.22%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 64 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 43 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamatia
Rangamatia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rangamatia
Rangamatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Rangamatia is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rangamatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangamatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangamatia
Where is Rangamatia located?
Rangamatia village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamatia is Patina.
What is the pincode of Rangamatia?
The pincode of Rangamatia is 721125.
What is the population of Rangamatia?
Rangamatia had a total population of 208, including 107 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Rangamatia?
Rangamatia had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamatia was 57.22%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 46.43%.