Ratamaska - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Ratamaska is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratamaska is 416242. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Ratamaska 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 Ratamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Ratamaska village had a total population of 80 people, including 33 males and 47 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,424 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.87%, with male literacy at 48.15% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 20 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Ratamaska
Ratamaska 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 Ratamaska
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ratamaska.
| 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 Phulabani to Ratamaska is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ratamaska is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratamaska 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 Ratamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratamaska 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 Ratamaska
Where is Ratamaska located?
Ratamaska village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratamaska is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Ratamaska?
The pincode of Ratamaska is 762011.
What is the population of Ratamaska?
Ratamaska had a total population of 80, including 33 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Ratamaska?
Ratamaska had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratamaska was 26.87%. Male literacy was 48.15% and female literacy was 12.50%.