Ragapadar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ragapadar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pirikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragapadar is 415628. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ragapadar 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 Ragapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ragapadar village had a total population of 141 people, including 74 males and 67 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ragapadar
Ragapadar 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 Ragapadar
Public transport in the Ragapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Ragapadar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ragapadar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ragapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ragapadar
Where is Ragapadar located?
Ragapadar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ragapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragapadar is Pirikudi.
What is the pincode of Ragapadar?
The pincode of Ragapadar is 762012.
What is the population of Ragapadar?
Ragapadar had a total population of 141, including 74 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Ragapadar?
Ragapadar had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragapadar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 59.65%.