Rasuna - Khaira, Balasore
Rasuna is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Similia and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasuna is 394181. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rasuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasuna
As per Census 2011, Rasuna village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 116 males and 155 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,336 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 116 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 16 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Rasuna
Rasuna 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 Rasuna
Rasuna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rasuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Rasuna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rasuna is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rasuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasuna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rasuna
Where is Rasuna located?
Rasuna village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasuna is Barada.
What is the pincode of Rasuna?
The pincode of Rasuna is 756134.
What is the population of Rasuna?
Rasuna has a total population of 271, including 116 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Rasuna?
There are 81 households in Rasuna.
What is the literacy rate in Rasuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasuna is 78.23%. Male literacy is 86.21% and female literacy is 72.26%.