Rakhiudar - Patnagarh, Balangir
Rakhiudar is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Baneimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhiudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhiudar is 420611. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Rakhiudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhiudar
As per Census 2011, Rakhiudar village has a total population of 954 people, consisting of 468 males and 486 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhiudar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 468 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 79 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 304 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 164 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhiudar
Rakhiudar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apursagar | South | 1.20 km |
| Barhamara | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Samalaisar | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Baneimunda | West | 2.09 km |
| Daldali | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Kutmunda | East | 2.93 km |
| Khutanapani | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Kusabahali | North | 3.41 km |
| Kaudia | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Ganjaudar | West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhiudar
Public transport in the Rakhiudar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Rakhiudar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Rakhiudar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhiudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhiudar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhiudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhiudar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakhiudar
Where is Rakhiudar located?
Rakhiudar village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhiudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhiudar is Baneimunda.
What is the pincode of Rakhiudar?
The pincode of Rakhiudar is 767025.
What is the population of Rakhiudar?
Rakhiudar has a total population of 954, including 468 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Rakhiudar?
There are 237 households in Rakhiudar.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhiudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhiudar is 54.72%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 44.86%.