Roda - Bhawarna, Kangra
Roda is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Dharmsala. Roda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roda is 011698. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.96 hectares and falls under the 176093 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Roda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roda
As per Census 2011, Roda village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 156 males and 177 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 156 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Roda
Roda 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 Roda
Roda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Roda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Roda
Where is Roda located?
Roda village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roda?
Roda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roda?
The pincode of Roda is 176093.
What is the population of Roda?
Roda has a total population of 333, including 156 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Roda?
There are 93 households in Roda.
What is the literacy rate in Roda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roda is 70.87%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 68.93%.