Rugudisuga - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Rugudisuga is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rugudisuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rugudisuga is 416103. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Rugudisuga 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 Rugudisuga
According to the 2011 Census, Rugudisuga village had a total population of 154 people, including 65 males and 89 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,369 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.68%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 56.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 154 | 65 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 62 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 14 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Rugudisuga
Rugudisuga 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 Rugudisuga
Public transport in the Rugudisuga 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 Rugudisuga is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Rugudisuga is about 72 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 Rugudisuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rugudisuga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rugudisuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rugudisuga 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 Rugudisuga
Where is Rugudisuga located?
Rugudisuga village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rugudisuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Rugudisuga is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Rugudisuga?
The pincode of Rugudisuga is 762028.
What is the population of Rugudisuga?
Rugudisuga had a total population of 154, including 65 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Rugudisuga?
Rugudisuga had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rugudisuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rugudisuga was 70.68%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 56.58%.