Hemberu - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Hemberu is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Bishamakatak and around 88 km from Rayagada . Turiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemberu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemberu is 425164. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Hemberu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hemberu
As per Census 2011, Hemberu village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 87 males and 97 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemberu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Hemberu
Hemberu 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 Hemberu
Hemberu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hemberu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Hemberu is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Hemberu is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemberu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemberu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hemberu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemberu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hemberu
Where is Hemberu located?
Hemberu village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemberu?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemberu is Turiguda.
What is the pincode of Hemberu?
The pincode of Hemberu is 765019.
What is the population of Hemberu?
Hemberu has a total population of 184, including 87 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Hemberu?
There are 35 households in Hemberu.
What is the literacy rate in Hemberu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemberu is 35.33%. Male literacy is 44.83% and female literacy is 26.80%.