Ragada - Surada, Ganjam
Ragada is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Lathipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragada is 410829. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ragada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ragada
According to the 2011 Census, Ragada village had a total population of 510 people, including 283 males and 227 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.05%, with male literacy at 68.91% and female literacy at 53.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 254.
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 | 510 | 283 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 147 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 164 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 119 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Ragada
Ragada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khilabadi | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Gurandia` | South | 3.72 km |
| Sagidi | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Dhobadi | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Sanasurada | South | 4.75 km |
| Ghatikhariguda | West | 6.04 km |
| Hatigada | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Ranaba | West | 6.36 km |
| Bankanedi | East | 6.54 km |
| Baduapalli | South | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ragada
Public transport in the Ragada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Ragada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ragada is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ragada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ragada
Where is Ragada located?
Ragada village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ragada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragada is Lathipada.
What is the pincode of Ragada?
The pincode of Ragada is 761108.
What is the population of Ragada?
Ragada had a total population of 510, including 283 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Ragada?
Ragada had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragada was 62.05%. Male literacy was 68.91% and female literacy was 53.04%.