Rengamaju - Gudari, Rayagada
Rengamaju is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengamaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengamaju is 426856. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rengamaju 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 Rengamaju
According to the 2011 Census, Rengamaju village had a total population of 131 people, including 62 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.14%, with male literacy at 15.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Rengamaju
Rengamaju 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 Rengamaju
Public transport in the Rengamaju is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rengamaju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rengamaju is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rengamaju is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengamaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengamaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rengamaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengamaju 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 Rengamaju
Where is Rengamaju located?
Rengamaju village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rengamaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengamaju is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Rengamaju?
The pincode of Rengamaju is 765026.
What is the population of Rengamaju?
Rengamaju had a total population of 131, including 62 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Rengamaju?
Rengamaju had 28 households.