Rajakundu - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Rajakundu is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Bhanjanagar and around 107 km from Chatrapur. Lalsingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajakundu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajakundu is 410597. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajakundu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajakundu
As per Census 2011, Rajakundu village has a total population of 1,513 people, consisting of 785 males and 728 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajakundu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,513 | 785 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 200 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 621 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 164 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Rajakundu
Rajakundu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rajakundu
Rajakundu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Rajakundu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rajakundu is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajakundu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajakundu 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 Rajakundu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajakundu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajakundu
Where is Rajakundu located?
Rajakundu village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajakundu?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajakundu is Lalsingi.
What is the pincode of Rajakundu?
The pincode of Rajakundu is 761126.
What is the population of Rajakundu?
Rajakundu has a total population of 1,513, including 785 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Rajakundu?
There are 294 households in Rajakundu.
What is the literacy rate in Rajakundu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajakundu is 73.56%. Male literacy is 79.11% and female literacy is 67.58%.