Ragapaju - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Ragapaju is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragapaju is 416096. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Ragapaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ragapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Ragapaju village had a total population of 66 people, including 34 males and 32 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.07%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 10 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Ragapaju
Ragapaju 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 Ragapaju
Public transport in the Ragapaju 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 G. Udayagiri to Ragapaju is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ragapaju is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragapaju 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ragapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragapaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ragapaju
Where is Ragapaju located?
Ragapaju village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ragapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragapaju is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Ragapaju?
The pincode of Ragapaju is 762028.
What is the population of Ragapaju?
Ragapaju had a total population of 66, including 34 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Ragapaju?
Ragapaju had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragapaju was 62.07%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 41.38%.