Retabali - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Retabali is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Retabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retabali is 417226. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Retabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Retabali
As per Census 2011, Retabali village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 59 males and 62 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Retabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Retabali
Retabali 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 Retabali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Retabali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Retabali is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Retabali is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retabali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Retabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Retabali 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 Retabali
Where is Retabali located?
Retabali village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Retabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Retabali is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Retabali?
The pincode of Retabali is 762105.
What is the population of Retabali?
Retabali has a total population of 121, including 59 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Retabali?
There are 30 households in Retabali.
What is the literacy rate in Retabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retabali is 29.75%. Male literacy is 38.98% and female literacy is 20.97%.