Raghunathpalli - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Raghunathpalli is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Purusottampur and around 41 km from Chatrapur. Bhutasarasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpalli is 412190. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Raghunathpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpalli village had a total population of 626 people, including 323 males and 303 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.37%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 323 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 231 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 92 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpalli
Raghunathpalli 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 Raghunathpalli
Raghunathpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purusottampur to Raghunathpalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Raghunathpalli is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunathpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunathpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathpalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpalli
Where is Raghunathpalli located?
Raghunathpalli village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpalli is Bhutasarasingi.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpalli?
The pincode of Raghunathpalli is 761041.
What is the population of Raghunathpalli?
Raghunathpalli had a total population of 626, including 323 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpalli?
Raghunathpalli had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpalli was 75.37%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 66.42%.