Rungaon - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Rungaon is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rungaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rungaon is 384075. The village covers a total geographical area of 676 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Rungaon 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 Rungaon
As per Census 2011, Rungaon village has a total population of 1,632 people, consisting of 826 males and 806 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 903 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rungaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,632 | 826 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 460 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 599 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 227 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Rungaon
Rungaon 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-East | 1.86 km |
| Badkhaman | South | 2.16 km |
| Rengalmal | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Petfod | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Siamal | East | 3.87 km |
| Aludega | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Sankraposh | South | 4.16 km |
| Tedikaha | West | 4.54 km |
| Padampur | East | 4.82 km |
| Bansikar | North | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rungaon
Rungaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 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 Rungaon is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rungaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rungaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rungaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rungaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rungaon
Where is Rungaon located?
Rungaon village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rungaon?
Rungaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rungaon?
The pincode of Rungaon is 770016.
What is the population of Rungaon?
Rungaon has a total population of 1,632, including 826 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Rungaon?
There are 402 households in Rungaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rungaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rungaon is 66.24%. Male literacy is 72.52% and female literacy is 59.80%.