Ratingi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Ratingi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratingi is 417593. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ratingi 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 Ratingi
According to the 2011 Census, Ratingi village had a total population of 107 people, including 56 males and 51 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.46%, with male literacy at 47.92% and female literacy at 12.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Ratingi
Ratingi 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 Ratingi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ratingi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Ratingi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ratingi is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratingi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratingi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratingi
Where is Ratingi located?
Ratingi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratingi is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Ratingi?
The pincode of Ratingi is 762101.
What is the population of Ratingi?
Ratingi had a total population of 107, including 56 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Ratingi?
Ratingi had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratingi was 31.46%. Male literacy was 47.92% and female literacy was 12.20%.