Rasakua - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Rasakua is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Siangbali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasakua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasakua is 417475. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Rasakua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasakua
As per Census 2011, Rasakua village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 233 males and 241 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasakua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 233 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 184 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Rasakua
Rasakua 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 Rasakua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rasakua.
| 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 Surada to Rasakua is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Rasakua is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasakua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasakua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasakua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasakua 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 Rasakua
Where is Rasakua located?
Rasakua village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasakua?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasakua is Siangbali.
What is the pincode of Rasakua?
The pincode of Rasakua is 762104.
What is the population of Rasakua?
Rasakua has a total population of 474, including 233 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Rasakua?
There are 91 households in Rasakua.
What is the literacy rate in Rasakua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasakua is 59.28%. Male literacy is 64.38% and female literacy is 54.36%.