Rimuli - Champua, Keonjhar
Rimuli is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Champua and around 42 km from Kendujhar. Rimuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rimuli is 385473. The village covers a total geographical area of 874 hectares and falls under the 758047 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rimuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rimuli
As per Census 2011, Rimuli village has a total population of 4,558 people, consisting of 2,278 males and 2,280 females. The village has 1,050 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 579 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,953 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,086 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rimuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,558 | 2,278 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 301 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,086 | 556 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,513 | 736 | 777 |
| Literate Population | 2,953 | 1,647 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 631 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Rimuli
Rimuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pratapposi | North | 1.37 km |
| Parsala | South | 1.87 km |
| Nayabandha | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Sarupatala | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Tentala | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Sijukala | South | 2.71 km |
| Ranipur(kha) | East | 2.76 km |
| Kalikaprasad | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ichinda | East | 3.09 km |
| Hunjaposi | North | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rimuli
Rimuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murga Mahadev Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Joda to Rimuli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Rimuli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rimuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rimuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rimuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rimuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rimuli
Where is Rimuli located?
Rimuli village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rimuli?
Rimuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rimuli?
The pincode of Rimuli is 758047.
What is the population of Rimuli?
Rimuli has a total population of 4,558, including 2,278 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Rimuli?
There are 1,050 households in Rimuli.
What is the literacy rate in Rimuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rimuli is 64.79%. Male literacy is 72.30% and female literacy is 57.28%.