Rengakathera - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Rengakathera is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Mohla and around 84 km from Rajnandgaon. Rengakathera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengakathera is 441288. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.9 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Rengakathera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengakathera
As per Census 2011, Rengakathera village has a total population of 1,962 people, consisting of 942 males and 1,020 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,357 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rengakathera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 942 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,224 | 596 | 628 |
| Literate Population | 1,357 | 737 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 205 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Rengakathera
Rengakathera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vijaypur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Gunjmauha | South | 2.07 km |
| Tendutola | North | 2.27 km |
| Bhalapur | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Dundera | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Dewarsur | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kewat Tola | East | 2.75 km |
| Guhatola | North | 2.88 km |
| Madingpiding Bhursa | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Budankatta | East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rengakathera
Rengakathera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Rengakathera is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Rengakathera is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengakathera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengakathera 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 Rengakathera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengakathera 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 Rengakathera
Where is Rengakathera located?
Rengakathera village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rengakathera?
Rengakathera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rengakathera?
The pincode of Rengakathera is 491666.
What is the population of Rengakathera?
Rengakathera has a total population of 1,962, including 942 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Rengakathera?
There are 394 households in Rengakathera.
What is the literacy rate in Rengakathera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengakathera is 69.16%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 60.78%.