Rengumunda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Rengumunda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengumunda is 382005. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rengumunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Rengumunda village had a total population of 142 people, including 63 males and 79 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,254 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 71.15% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 142 | 63 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 44 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 26 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Rengumunda
Rengumunda 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 Rengumunda
Public transport in the Rengumunda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sambalpur to Rengumunda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Rengumunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengumunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rengumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengumunda 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 Rengumunda
Where is Rengumunda located?
Rengumunda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rengumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengumunda is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Rengumunda?
The pincode of Rengumunda is 768107.
What is the population of Rengumunda?
Rengumunda had a total population of 142, including 63 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Rengumunda?
Rengumunda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rengumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengumunda was 60.71%. Male literacy was 71.15% and female literacy was 51.67%.