Thenganal - Rampur, Sonepur
Thenganal is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Dunguripali and around 65 km from Subarnapur. Samaleichuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thenganal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thenganal is 418874. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 767023 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Thenganal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thenganal
As per Census 2011, Thenganal village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 340 males and 350 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thenganal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 340 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 282 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 58 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Thenganal
Thenganal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pankel | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Samaleichuan | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Langalkata | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Salepali | West | 2.44 km |
| Kandagarh | East | 2.69 km |
| Beheramal | North | 2.77 km |
| Dhatukipali | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Gandapali | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Titerkund | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Kudharikata | West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thenganal
Thenganal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| 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 Barpali to Thenganal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Thenganal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thenganal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thenganal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thenganal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thenganal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thenganal
Where is Thenganal located?
Thenganal village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thenganal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thenganal is Samaleichuan.
What is the pincode of Thenganal?
The pincode of Thenganal is 767023.
What is the population of Thenganal?
Thenganal has a total population of 690, including 340 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Thenganal?
There are 173 households in Thenganal.
What is the literacy rate in Thenganal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenganal is 73.77%. Male literacy is 82.94% and female literacy is 64.86%.