Rauti - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Rauti is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Rauti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rauti is 410489. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bellaguntha is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rauti 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 Rauti
As per Census 2011, Rauti village has a total population of 1,891 people, consisting of 912 males and 979 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rauti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 912 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 694 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 218 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Rauti
Rauti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhabasara | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Malingi | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Charikonia | West | 1.29 km |
| Jodabandha | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Palapada | South | 1.48 km |
| Chelakhai | South | 1.59 km |
| Pankalasahi | North | 2.00 km |
| Kusapali | East | 2.12 km |
| Kaduamangarajpur | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Dungapalli | North-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rauti
Public transport in the Rauti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bellaguntha to Rauti is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rauti is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rauti 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 Rauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rauti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rauti
Where is Rauti located?
Rauti village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rauti?
Rauti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rauti?
The pincode of Rauti is 761121.
What is the population of Rauti?
Rauti has a total population of 1,891, including 912 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Rauti?
There are 466 households in Rauti.
What is the literacy rate in Rauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rauti is 70.60%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 65.47%.