Grinjel - Sohela, Bargarh
Grinjel is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Rengali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Grinjel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Grinjel is 380225. The village covers a total geographical area of 613 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Grinjel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Grinjel
As per Census 2011, Grinjel village has a total population of 2,231 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,096 females. The village has 623 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,458 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 830 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Grinjel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,231 | 1,135 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 138 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 830 | 428 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 167 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 850 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 285 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Grinjel
Grinjel 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 Grinjel
Public transport in the Grinjel is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Grinjel is about 33 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 Grinjel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Grinjel 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 Grinjel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Grinjel 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Grinjel
Where is Grinjel located?
Grinjel village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Grinjel?
The Gram Panchayat of Grinjel is Rengali.
What is the pincode of Grinjel?
The pincode of Grinjel is 768033.
What is the population of Grinjel?
Grinjel has a total population of 2,231, including 1,135 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Grinjel?
There are 623 households in Grinjel.
What is the literacy rate in Grinjel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grinjel is 65.35%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 55.47%.