Rajing - Athmallik, Angul
Rajing is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Athmallik and around 90 km from Anugul . Purunmantri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajing is 404829. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajing
According to the 2011 Census, Rajing village had a total population of 552 people, including 278 males and 274 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.58%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 71.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 552 | 278 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 214 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Rajing
Rajing 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathartanga | South | 1.23 km |
| Jagabandhupur | West | 1.45 km |
| Hingamandal | North | 1.74 km |
| Tambabajeni | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 2.25 km |
| Mahendrapur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Nuamanantri | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Deulabeda | South | 3.25 km |
| Kusapur | South | 3.51 km |
| Khambeswaripali | East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajing
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rajing. The nearest railway station is Saragipalli, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athamallik to Rajing is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Rajing is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajing
Where is Rajing located?
Rajing village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajing?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajing is Purunmantri.
What is the pincode of Rajing?
The pincode of Rajing is 759125.
What is the population of Rajing?
Rajing had a total population of 552, including 278 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Rajing?
Rajing had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajing was 80.58%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 71.37%.