Rainguda - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Rainguda is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Tipiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rainguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rainguda is 423930. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rainguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rainguda
According to the 2011 Census, Rainguda village had a total population of 1,054 people, including 515 males and 539 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.44%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 34.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 1,054 | 515 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 67 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 288 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 227 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Rainguda
Rainguda 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 Rainguda
Rainguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Rainguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rainguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rainguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rainguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rainguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rainguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rainguda
Where is Rainguda located?
Rainguda village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rainguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rainguda is Tipiguda.
What is the pincode of Rainguda?
The pincode of Rainguda is 766029.
What is the population of Rainguda?
Rainguda had a total population of 1,054, including 515 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Rainguda?
Rainguda had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rainguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rainguda was 49.44%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 34.60%.