Rengalbeda - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Rengalbeda is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Patbil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengalbeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengalbeda is 388962. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rengalbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengalbeda
As per Census 2011, Rengalbeda village has a total population of 478 people, consisting of 231 males and 247 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rengalbeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 231 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 216 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 103 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 128 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Rengalbeda
Rengalbeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhatikibeda | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Palasapada | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kendumundi | East | 2.32 km |
| Patbil | North | 2.34 km |
| Sarubil | South | 2.89 km |
| Sanabaliposi | West | 2.92 km |
| Machhagarh | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Khadidamak | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Dumurdiha | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Sunariposi | South-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rengalbeda
Rengalbeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Rengalbeda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Rengalbeda is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengalbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengalbeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rengalbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengalbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rengalbeda
Where is Rengalbeda located?
Rengalbeda village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rengalbeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengalbeda is Patbil.
What is the pincode of Rengalbeda?
The pincode of Rengalbeda is 757037.
What is the population of Rengalbeda?
Rengalbeda has a total population of 478, including 231 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Rengalbeda?
There are 103 households in Rengalbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Rengalbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengalbeda is 34.31%. Male literacy is 44.59% and female literacy is 24.70%.