Rujhenmal - Attabira, Bargarh
Rujhenmal is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Tangarpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rujhenmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rujhenmal is 380853. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rujhenmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rujhenmal
According to the 2011 Census, Rujhenmal village had a total population of 811 people, including 412 males and 399 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.76%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 50.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 777.
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 | 811 | 412 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 397 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 256 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 156 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Rujhenmal
Rujhenmal 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 Rujhenmal
Rujhenmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Rujhenmal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Rujhenmal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rujhenmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rujhenmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rujhenmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rujhenmal 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 Rujhenmal
Where is Rujhenmal located?
Rujhenmal village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rujhenmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rujhenmal is Tangarpali.
What is the pincode of Rujhenmal?
The pincode of Rujhenmal is 768027.
What is the population of Rujhenmal?
Rujhenmal had a total population of 811, including 412 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Rujhenmal?
Rujhenmal had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rujhenmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rujhenmal was 62.76%. Male literacy was 75.29% and female literacy was 50.29%.