Ratumaska - Kandhamal
Ratumaska is a village situated in the Kandhamal tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Phulabani and around 20 km from Phulbani. Jamjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratumaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratumaska is 415368. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.8 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ratumaska 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 Ratumaska
As per Census 2011, Ratumaska village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 30 males and 33 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratumaska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Ratumaska
Ratumaska 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 Ratumaska
Public transport in the Ratumaska is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ratumaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phulabani to Ratumaska is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ratumaska is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratumaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratumaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratumaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratumaska 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratumaska
Where is Ratumaska located?
Ratumaska village is located in Kandhamal Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratumaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratumaska is Jamjhari.
What is the pincode of Ratumaska?
The pincode of Ratumaska is 762002.
What is the population of Ratumaska?
Ratumaska has a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Ratumaska?
There are 16 households in Ratumaska.
What is the literacy rate in Ratumaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratumaska is 28.57%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 24.24%.