Remenda - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Remenda is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Remonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Remenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Remenda is 381035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1530 hectares and falls under the 768234 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Remenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Remenda
As per Census 2011, Remenda village has a total population of 2,857 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,483 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Remenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,857 | 1,374 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 134 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 130 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,515 | 707 | 808 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,086 | 953 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 288 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Remenda
Remenda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutia | East | 2.17 km |
| Pandri | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Kusraloi | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Baragad | East | 3.70 km |
| Barihapali | West | 3.79 km |
| Benkmura | South | 4.04 km |
| Sunari | West | 4.12 km |
| Patrapali | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Khaliapali | North | 4.98 km |
| Kutripali | South-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Remenda
Remenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lajkura Cabin, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Remenda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Remenda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Remenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Remenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Remenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Remenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Remenda
Where is Remenda located?
Remenda village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Remenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Remenda is Remonda.
What is the pincode of Remenda?
The pincode of Remenda is 768234.
What is the population of Remenda?
Remenda has a total population of 2,857, including 1,374 males and 1,483 females.
How many households are there in Remenda?
There are 664 households in Remenda.
What is the literacy rate in Remenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Remenda is 71.37%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 64.26%.