Rajendranagar - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Rajendranagar is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Talachua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajendranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajendranagar is 395774. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Rajendranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajendranagar
According to the 2011 Census, Rajendranagar village had a total population of 1,094 people, including 565 males and 529 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.42%, with male literacy at 85.89% and female literacy at 61.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,094 | 565 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 408 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 157 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Rajendranagar
Rajendranagar 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 Rajendranagar
Public transport in the Rajendranagar 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 Pattamundai to Rajendranagar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Rajendranagar is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajendranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajendranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajendranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajendranagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajendranagar
Where is Rajendranagar located?
Rajendranagar village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajendranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajendranagar is Talachua.
What is the pincode of Rajendranagar?
The pincode of Rajendranagar is 754248.
What is the population of Rajendranagar?
Rajendranagar had a total population of 1,094, including 565 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Rajendranagar?
Rajendranagar had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajendranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajendranagar was 74.42%. Male literacy was 85.89% and female literacy was 61.93%.