Rula - Gumma, Gajapati

Rula is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Serango and around 13 km from Paralakhemundi. Namangada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rula village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Rula is 414478. The village covers a total geographical area of 417 hectares and falls under the 761214 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Rula 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 Rula

According to the 2011 Census, Rula village had a total population of 88 people, including 35 males and 53 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,514 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.30%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.

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

Nearby Villages of Rula

Rula 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 Rula

Public transport in the Rula is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Rula is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Rula is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Rula

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

Health Facilities in Rula

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

FAQs about Rula