Rughaguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Rughaguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rughaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rughaguda is 423011. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Rughaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rughaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Rughaguda village had a total population of 253 people, including 119 males and 134 females. The village had 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The village had 39 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 124 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 111 people and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for 55.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 43 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rughaguda
Rughaguda 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 Rughaguda
Rughaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Rughaguda is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rughaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rughaguda 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 Rughaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rughaguda 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 Rughaguda
Where is Rughaguda located?
Rughaguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rughaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rughaguda is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Rughaguda?
The pincode of Rughaguda is 766027.
What is the population of Rughaguda?
Rughaguda had a total population of 253, including 119 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Rughaguda?
Rughaguda had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rughaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rughaguda was 57.94%. Male literacy was 74.51% and female literacy was 42.86%.