Roda Village - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Roda is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Roda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roda is 402305. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Roda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roda
As per Census 2011, Roda village has a total population of 2,190 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 1,019 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,190 | 1,171 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 119 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 251 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 878 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 293 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Roda
Roda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Renthapat | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Panibhandar | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kundandeipur | West | 1.78 km |
| Suravi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Panigengutia | East | 2.26 km |
| Badakamar | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Bido | South | 2.69 km |
| Ria | North | 3.12 km |
| Malibido | South | 3.14 km |
| Kumusi | North-East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roda
Public transport in the Roda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Roda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Roda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roda
Where is Roda located?
Roda village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roda?
Roda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roda?
The pincode of Roda is 759120.
What is the population of Roda?
Roda has a total population of 2,190, including 1,171 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Roda?
There are 564 households in Roda.
What is the literacy rate in Roda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roda is 68.95%. Male literacy is 74.98% and female literacy is 62.02%.