Rengalmal - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Rengalmal is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rungaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rengalmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengalmal is 384078. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rengalmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengalmal
According to the 2011 Census, Rengalmal village had a total population of 537 people, including 272 males and 265 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.97%, with male literacy at 80.17% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 537 | 272 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 194 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 78 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Rengalmal
Rengalmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singarmunda | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Siamal | East | 1.81 km |
| Petfod | North | 2.17 km |
| Rungaon | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Badkhaman | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Aludega | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Padampur | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Pamra | East | 3.75 km |
| Sankraposh | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Sahajbahal | South | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rengalmal
Public transport in the Rengalmal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Rengalmal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Rengalmal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengalmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengalmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rengalmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengalmal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rengalmal
Where is Rengalmal located?
Rengalmal village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rengalmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rengalmal is Rungaon.
What is the pincode of Rengalmal?
The pincode of Rengalmal is 770016.
What is the population of Rengalmal?
Rengalmal had a total population of 537, including 272 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Rengalmal?
Rengalmal had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rengalmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengalmal was 71.97%. Male literacy was 80.17% and female literacy was 63.56%.