Ranipur Colliery - Neturia, Purulia
Ranipur Colliery is a village situated in the Neturia subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.6 km from Neturia and around 67 km from Purulia. Saltore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranipur Colliery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipur Colliery is 330444. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.9 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Borakor is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ranipur Colliery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranipur Colliery
As per Census 2011, Ranipur Colliery village has a total population of 1,873 people, consisting of 990 males and 883 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,353 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranipur Colliery are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,873 | 990 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 121 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 303 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 778 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 212 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipur Colliery
Ranipur Colliery 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 Ranipur Colliery
Ranipur Colliery is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ranipur Colliery.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borakor to Ranipur Colliery is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Ranipur Colliery is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranipur Colliery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipur Colliery village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranipur Colliery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipur Colliery 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranipur Colliery
Where is Ranipur Colliery located?
Ranipur Colliery village is located in Neturia Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranipur Colliery?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranipur Colliery is Saltore.
What is the pincode of Ranipur Colliery?
The pincode of Ranipur Colliery is 723133.
What is the population of Ranipur Colliery?
Ranipur Colliery has a total population of 1,873, including 990 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Ranipur Colliery?
There are 351 households in Ranipur Colliery.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipur Colliery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipur Colliery is 72.24%. Male literacy is 78.59% and female literacy is 65.12%.