Rahaganda - Surada, Ganjam
Rahaganda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Badagada and around 135 km from Chatrapur. Gazalabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahaganda is 410923. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Rahaganda 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 Rahaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Rahaganda village had a total population of 64 people, including 33 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.51%, with male literacy at 17.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 29 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Rahaganda
Rahaganda 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 Rahaganda
Public transport in the Rahaganda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rahaganda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rahaganda is about 135 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 Rahaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahaganda 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 Rahaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahaganda 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 Rahaganda
Where is Rahaganda located?
Rahaganda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rahaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahaganda is Gazalabadi.
What is the pincode of Rahaganda?
The pincode of Rahaganda is 761109.
What is the population of Rahaganda?
Rahaganda had a total population of 64, including 33 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Rahaganda?
Rahaganda had 17 households.