Roath - Agalpur, Balangir
Roath is a village situated in the Agalpur tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Loisinga and around 45 km from Balangir. Roth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roath is 419849. The village covers a total geographical area of 769 hectares and falls under the 767061 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Roath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roath
As per Census 2011, Roath village has a total population of 2,507 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,253 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,584 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,507 | 1,254 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 293 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,584 | 893 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 361 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Roath
Roath 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuapali | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Chhelakhai | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Bandabahal | North | 2.40 km |
| Jhankarapali | South | 2.54 km |
| Agalpur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Bindhapali | West | 2.95 km |
| Bagjhola | North | 3.00 km |
| Jemapali | West | 3.11 km |
| Nuniapali | South | 3.38 km |
| Rinbachan | North-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roath
Roath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Balangir to Roath is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Roath 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 Roath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roath
Where is Roath located?
Roath village is located in Agalpur Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roath?
The Gram Panchayat of Roath is Roth.
What is the pincode of Roath?
The pincode of Roath is 767061.
What is the population of Roath?
Roath has a total population of 2,507, including 1,254 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Roath?
There are 654 households in Roath.
What is the literacy rate in Roath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roath is 63.18%. Male literacy is 71.21% and female literacy is 55.15%.