Renghalo - Nimapada, Puri
Renghalo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badamachhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Renghalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Renghalo is 408892. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Renghalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Renghalo
As per Census 2011, Renghalo village has a total population of 1,787 people, consisting of 906 males and 881 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Renghalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,787 | 906 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 178 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 740 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 166 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Renghalo
Renghalo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seulakhala | South | 1.39 km |
| Oriso | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Sagada | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kurunjipur | North | 1.83 km |
| Hansapada | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Ankusipur | West | 2.33 km |
| Chitra | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Ratilo | South | 2.46 km |
| Nagaseni | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Garia | North-West | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Renghalo
Renghalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 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 Nimapada to Renghalo is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Renghalo is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Renghalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Renghalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Renghalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Renghalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Renghalo
Where is Renghalo located?
Renghalo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Renghalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Renghalo is Badamachhapur.
What is the pincode of Renghalo?
The pincode of Renghalo is 752114.
What is the population of Renghalo?
Renghalo has a total population of 1,787, including 906 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Renghalo?
There are 369 households in Renghalo.
What is the literacy rate in Renghalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Renghalo is 75.77%. Male literacy is 81.68% and female literacy is 69.69%.