Ruso-18 - Soro, Balasore
Ruso-18 is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Jadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruso-18 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruso-18 is 393721. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ruso-18 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruso-18
According to the 2011 Census, Ruso-18 village had a total population of 602 people, including 323 males and 279 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.25%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 85.54%.
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 | 602 | 323 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 266 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 57 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Ruso-18
Ruso-18 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patulida | South | 0.78 km |
| Ruso-19 | North | 0.82 km |
| Jadida | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Narasinghnagar | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Adia | East | 1.27 km |
| Ghasipada | South | 1.66 km |
| Khasagadia | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Sarupada | South | 2.32 km |
| Kudei | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Mendhagadia | North-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ruso-18
Ruso-18 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.2 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Ruso-18 is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ruso-18 is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruso-18
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruso-18 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ruso-18
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruso-18 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 Ruso-18
Where is Ruso-18 located?
Ruso-18 village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ruso-18?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruso-18 is Jadia.
What is the pincode of Ruso-18?
The pincode of Ruso-18 is 756045.
What is the population of Ruso-18?
Ruso-18 had a total population of 602, including 323 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Ruso-18?
Ruso-18 had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruso-18?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruso-18 was 89.25%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 85.54%.