Rajendrapur - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Rajendrapur is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Biswanathpur and around 65 km from Bhawanipatna. Bandhapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajendrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajendrapur is 423217. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rajendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajendrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajendrapur village had a total population of 321 people, including 156 males and 165 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.36%, with male literacy at 52.50% and female literacy at 21.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 321 | 156 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 63 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 93 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Rajendrapur
Rajendrapur 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 Rajendrapur
Rajendrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Rajendrapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rajendrapur 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 Rajendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajendrapur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajendrapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajendrapur
Where is Rajendrapur located?
Rajendrapur village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajendrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajendrapur is Bandhapari.
What is the pincode of Rajendrapur?
The pincode of Rajendrapur is 766020.
What is the population of Rajendrapur?
Rajendrapur had a total population of 321, including 156 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Rajendrapur?
Rajendrapur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajendrapur was 36.36%. Male literacy was 52.50% and female literacy was 21.80%.