Rautapada - Simulia, Balasore
Rautapada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Similia and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Muruna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautapada is 394127. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rautapada 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 Rautapada
According to the 2011 Census, Rautapada village had a total population of 498 people, including 250 males and 248 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.45%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 73.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 498 | 250 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 198 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rautapada
Rautapada 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 Rautapada
Rautapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rautapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rautapada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rautapada is about 54 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 Rautapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rautapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rautapada
Where is Rautapada located?
Rautapada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rautapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautapada is Muruna.
What is the pincode of Rautapada?
The pincode of Rautapada is 756134.
What is the population of Rautapada?
Rautapada had a total population of 498, including 250 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Rautapada?
Rautapada had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautapada was 81.45%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 73.64%.