Rumga - Sakola, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Rumga is a village situated in the Sakola tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Marwahi and around 136 km from Bilaspur. Rumga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rumga is 437583. The village covers a total geographical area of 1825.64 hectares and falls under the 495118 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rumga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rumga
As per Census 2011, Rumga village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,104 males and 1,162 females. The village has 614 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,797 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rumga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,104 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 163 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,797 | 883 | 914 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 706 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 398 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Rumga
Rumga 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Matiyadand | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Madai | South | 3.09 km |
| Patharra | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Kolbira | West | 4.27 km |
| Dongratola | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Mouharitola | North | 4.32 km |
| Khodari | East | 4.48 km |
| Damdam | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Naka | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Amera Tikra | North-West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rumga
Rumga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pendra to Rumga is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Rumga is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rumga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rumga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rumga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rumga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rumga
Where is Rumga located?
Rumga village is located in Sakola Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rumga?
Rumga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rumga?
The pincode of Rumga is 495118.
What is the population of Rumga?
Rumga has a total population of 2,266, including 1,104 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Rumga?
There are 614 households in Rumga.
What is the literacy rate in Rumga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rumga is 53.75%. Male literacy is 63.95% and female literacy is 44.06%.