Roghada - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Roghada is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Roghada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roghada is 514319. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.14 hectares and falls under the 362650 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Roghada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Roghada
According to the 2011 Census, Roghada village had a total population of 1,552 people, including 791 males and 761 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.79%, with male literacy at 84.60% and female literacy at 64.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 471, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,552 | 791 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 236 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 610 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 181 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Roghada
Roghada 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 Roghada
Public transport in the Roghada is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kutiyana to Roghada is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Roghada is about 45 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 Roghada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roghada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Roghada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roghada 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 Roghada
Where is Roghada located?
Roghada village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roghada?
Roghada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roghada?
The pincode of Roghada is 362650.
What is the population of Roghada?
Roghada had a total population of 1,552, including 791 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Roghada?
Roghada had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roghada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roghada was 74.79%. Male literacy was 84.60% and female literacy was 64.60%.