Ragadipatna - Banki, Cuttack
Ragadipatna is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Ragadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragadipatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragadipatna is 398934. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ragadipatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ragadipatna
As per Census 2011, Ragadipatna village has a total population of 3,737 people, consisting of 1,914 males and 1,823 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,747 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ragadipatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,737 | 1,914 | 1,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 219 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 162 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 2,747 | 1,530 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 384 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Ragadipatna
Ragadipatna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalapur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Durgapur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Ramachandarapur | West | 2.21 km |
| Patugadadharpur | North | 3.11 km |
| Singhabil | West | 3.14 km |
| Tarapur | South | 3.22 km |
| Patapur | East | 3.35 km |
| Ambajit | West | 4.16 km |
| Bhedadal | West | 4.22 km |
| Brahmapura | South-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ragadipatna
Ragadipatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarpeswar Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Ragadipatna is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Ragadipatna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragadipatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragadipatna 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ragadipatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragadipatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ragadipatna
Where is Ragadipatna located?
Ragadipatna village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ragadipatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragadipatna is Ragadi.
What is the pincode of Ragadipatna?
The pincode of Ragadipatna is 754008.
What is the population of Ragadipatna?
Ragadipatna has a total population of 3,737, including 1,914 males and 1,823 females.
How many households are there in Ragadipatna?
There are 869 households in Ragadipatna.
What is the literacy rate in Ragadipatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragadipatna is 73.51%. Male literacy is 79.94% and female literacy is 66.76%.