Routpada - Vyasanagar, Jajpur
Routpada is a village situated in the Vyasanagar tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Korai and around 50 km from Jajapur . Kacharasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routpada is 400646. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 755025 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Routpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Korei Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Routpada
As per Census 2011, Routpada village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 489 males and 493 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Routpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 489 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 354 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 135 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Routpada
Routpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haribandi | East | 0.73 km |
| Patarakana | South | 1.30 km |
| Solabandi | East | 1.58 km |
| Aranto | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Godarapal | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Taruan | North | 1.78 km |
| Mahuri | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Ujuni | North | 2.23 km |
| Kadama | West | 2.30 km |
| Paramanandapur | South-West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routpada
Public transport in the Routpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Korai Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Routpada is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Routpada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routpada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Routpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routpada 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 Routpada
Where is Routpada located?
Routpada village is located in Vyasanagar Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Routpada is Kacharasahi.
What is the pincode of Routpada?
The pincode of Routpada is 755025.
What is the population of Routpada?
Routpada has a total population of 982, including 489 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Routpada?
There are 208 households in Routpada.
What is the literacy rate in Routpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routpada is 65.07%. Male literacy is 72.39% and female literacy is 57.81%.