Ruchida - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Ruchida is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ruchida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruchida is 380781. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ruchida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruchida
According to the 2011 Census, Ruchida village had a total population of 2,413 people, including 1,191 males and 1,222 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.10%, with male literacy at 85.49% and female literacy at 69.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 2,413 | 1,191 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 183 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 152 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,683 | 913 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 278 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Ruchida
Ruchida 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 Ruchida
Ruchida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bargarh to Ruchida is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruchida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruchida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ruchida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruchida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ruchida
Where is Ruchida located?
Ruchida village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruchida?
Ruchida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruchida?
The pincode of Ruchida is 768045.
What is the population of Ruchida?
Ruchida had a total population of 2,413, including 1,191 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Ruchida?
Ruchida had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruchida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruchida was 77.10%. Male literacy was 85.49% and female literacy was 69.06%.