Remta - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Remta is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Rengali and around 93 km from Jharsuguda. Remta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Remta is 381000. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Remta 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 Remta
As per Census 2011, Remta village has a total population of 1,593 people, consisting of 813 males and 780 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,233 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Remta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,593 | 813 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 688 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 125 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Remta
Remta 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 Remta
Remta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Belpahar to Remta is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Remta is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Remta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Remta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Remta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Remta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Remta
Where is Remta located?
Remta village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Remta?
Remta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Remta?
The pincode of Remta is 768226.
What is the population of Remta?
Remta has a total population of 1,593, including 813 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Remta?
There are 354 households in Remta.
What is the literacy rate in Remta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Remta is 77.40%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 69.87%.