Rudhei - Gumma, Gajapati

Rudhei is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Serango and around 45 km from Paralakhemundi. Ajayagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rudhei village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudhei is 414407. The village covers a total geographical area of 761 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.

Rudhei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Rudhei

According to the 2011 Census, Rudhei village had a total population of 386 people, including 182 males and 204 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.81%, with male literacy at 48.00% and female literacy at 19.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Rudhei

Rudhei 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Rudhei

Rudhei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitapuram Halt, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Rudhei is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Rudhei is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Rudhei

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudhei village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Rudhei

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudhei village are given below:

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