Kerengeli - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kerengeli is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Gochhapada and around 45 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerengeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerengeli is 415265. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kerengeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerengeli
As per Census 2011, Kerengeli village has a total population of 205 people, consisting of 101 males and 104 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerengeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 62 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 39 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kerengeli
Kerengeli 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 Kerengeli
Kerengeli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Kerengeli is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kerengeli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerengeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerengeli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerengeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerengeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerengeli
Where is Kerengeli located?
Kerengeli village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerengeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerengeli is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Kerengeli?
The pincode of Kerengeli is 762002.
What is the population of Kerengeli?
Kerengeli has a total population of 205, including 101 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kerengeli?
There are 48 households in Kerengeli.
What is the literacy rate in Kerengeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerengeli is 44.39%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 27.88%.