Rengakhar Kalan - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Rengakhar Kalan is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 62 km from Bodla and around 70 km from Kawardha. Regakharkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengakhar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengakhar Kalan is 439512. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.38 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rengakhar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengakhar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Rengakhar Kalan village had a total population of 1,573 people, including 778 males and 795 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 87.96% and female literacy at 71.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 1,573 | 778 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 219 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 592 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 186 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Rengakhar Kalan
Rengakhar Kalan 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 Rengakhar Kalan
Rengakhar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Rengakhar Kalan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Rengakhar Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengakhar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengakhar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rengakhar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengakhar Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rengakhar Kalan
Where is Rengakhar Kalan located?
Rengakhar Kalan village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rengakhar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengakhar Kalan is Regakharkala.
What is the pincode of Rengakhar Kalan?
The pincode of Rengakhar Kalan is 491888.
What is the population of Rengakhar Kalan?
Rengakhar Kalan had a total population of 1,573, including 778 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Rengakhar Kalan?
Rengakhar Kalan had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rengakhar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengakhar Kalan was 79.37%. Male literacy was 87.96% and female literacy was 71.10%.