Rangamatia - Barabazar, Purulia

Rangamatia is a village situated in the Barabazar subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from Barabazar and around 26 km from Purulia. Sukurhutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 331807. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.71 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia. is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.

Rangamatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Rangamatia

As per Census 2011, Rangamatia village has a total population of 709 people, consisting of 353 males and 356 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangamatia are given below:

Nearby Villages of Rangamatia

Rangamatia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Rangamatia

Rangamatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kantadih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia. to Rangamatia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Rangamatia is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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:

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:

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