Routbahal - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Routbahal is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Jammal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routbahal is 381172. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Routbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Routbahal
According to the 2011 Census, Routbahal village had a total population of 501 people, including 262 males and 239 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.78%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 51.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 419.
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 | 501 | 262 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 219 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 194 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 68 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Routbahal
Routbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babuchipidihi | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Ramchipidihi | South | 2.33 km |
| Kukerama | East | 2.92 km |
| Jammal | North | 2.98 km |
| Dudukabahal | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Naikbandhpali | South | 3.81 km |
| Ganjudihi | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Baiganbud | West | 4.29 km |
| Naik Karla | North | 4.80 km |
| Kadodarha | East | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routbahal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Routbahal. The nearest railway station is Dharuadihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Routbahal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routbahal 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 Routbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routbahal 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 Routbahal
Where is Routbahal located?
Routbahal village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Routbahal is Jammal.
What is the pincode of Routbahal?
The pincode of Routbahal is 768228.
What is the population of Routbahal?
Routbahal had a total population of 501, including 262 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Routbahal?
Routbahal had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Routbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routbahal was 67.78%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 51.87%.