Betkalanga - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Betkalanga is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sikarpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betkalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betkalanga is 425684. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Betkalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betkalanga
As per Census 2011, Betkalanga village has a total population of 46 people, consisting of 17 males and 29 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,705 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betkalanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 16 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Betkalanga
Betkalanga 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 Betkalanga
Betkalanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Betkalanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Betkalanga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Betkalanga is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betkalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betkalanga 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 Betkalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betkalanga 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 Betkalanga
Where is Betkalanga located?
Betkalanga village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betkalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Betkalanga is Sikarpai.
What is the pincode of Betkalanga?
The pincode of Betkalanga is 765017.
What is the population of Betkalanga?
Betkalanga has a total population of 46, including 17 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Betkalanga?
There are 7 households in Betkalanga.
What is the literacy rate in Betkalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betkalanga is 8.70%. Male literacy is 5.88% and female literacy is 10.34%.