Routarapur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Routarapur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Naikanidihi and around 69 km from Bhadrak. Balimuinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routarapur is 395067. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Routarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Routarapur
As per Census 2011, Routarapur village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 51 males and 47 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Routarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Routarapur
Routarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tulasibatia | North | 1.01 km |
| Chhenakhia | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Balarampur | West | 1.62 km |
| Tentuliadia | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Charitikira | East | 1.82 km |
| Baghakolha | South | 1.84 km |
| Gokulpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Kaliaboda | North | 2.20 km |
| Barol | South | 2.25 km |
| Chandrasekharpur | South-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routarapur
Public transport in the Routarapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Routarapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Routarapur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routarapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Routarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routarapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Routarapur
Where is Routarapur located?
Routarapur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Routarapur is Balimuinda.
What is the pincode of Routarapur?
The pincode of Routarapur is 756164.
What is the population of Routarapur?
Routarapur has a total population of 98, including 51 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Routarapur?
There are 22 households in Routarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Routarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routarapur is 73.47%. Male literacy is 74.51% and female literacy is 72.34%.