Rengopali - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Rengopali is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Basantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengopali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengopali is 422985. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Rengopali 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 Rengopali
As per Census 2011, Rengopali village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 123 males and 126 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rengopali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 52 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 71 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Rengopali
Rengopali 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 Rengopali
Rengopali 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rengopali is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rengopali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengopali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengopali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rengopali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengopali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rengopali
Where is Rengopali located?
Rengopali village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rengopali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengopali is Basantapada.
What is the pincode of Rengopali?
The pincode of Rengopali is 766027.
What is the population of Rengopali?
Rengopali has a total population of 249, including 123 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Rengopali?
There are 79 households in Rengopali.
What is the literacy rate in Rengopali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengopali is 28.11%. Male literacy is 42.28% and female literacy is 14.29%.