Engarsing - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Engarsing is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from R.udaygiri and around 140 km from Paralakhemundi. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Engarsing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Engarsing is 414060. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Engarsing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Engarsing
According to the 2011 Census, Engarsing village had a total population of 48 people, including 26 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.00%, with male literacy at 17.39% and female literacy at 11.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Engarsing
Engarsing 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 Engarsing
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Engarsing.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Engarsing is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Engarsing is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Engarsing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Engarsing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Engarsing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Engarsing 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Engarsing
Where is Engarsing located?
Engarsing village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Engarsing?
The Gram Panchayat of Engarsing is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Engarsing?
The pincode of Engarsing is 761212.
What is the population of Engarsing?
Engarsing had a total population of 48, including 26 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Engarsing?
Engarsing had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Engarsing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Engarsing was 15.00%. Male literacy was 17.39% and female literacy was 11.76%.