Rengam - Gudari, Rayagada
Rengam is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengam is 426917. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Rengam 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 Rengam
According to the 2011 Census, Rengam village had a total population of 702 people, including 340 males and 362 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.26%, with male literacy at 58.10% and female literacy at 37.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 648.
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 | 702 | 340 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 313 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 165 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 175 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Rengam
Rengam 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 Rengam
Public transport in the Rengam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Rengam is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rengam 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 Rengam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengam 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 Rengam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rengam
Where is Rengam located?
Rengam village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rengam?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengam is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Rengam?
The pincode of Rengam is 765026.
What is the population of Rengam?
Rengam had a total population of 702, including 340 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Rengam?
Rengam had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rengam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengam was 47.26%. Male literacy was 58.10% and female literacy was 37.00%.