Rugudipali - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Rugudipali is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rugudipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rugudipali is 416905. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Rugudipali 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 Rugudipali
As per Census 2011, Rugudipali village has a total population of 52 people, consisting of 23 males and 29 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,260 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rugudipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Rugudipali
Rugudipali 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 Rugudipali
Public transport in the Rugudipali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phulabani to Rugudipali is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Rugudipali is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rugudipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rugudipali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rugudipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rugudipali 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 Rugudipali
Where is Rugudipali located?
Rugudipali village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rugudipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rugudipali is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Rugudipali?
The pincode of Rugudipali is 762107.
What is the population of Rugudipali?
Rugudipali has a total population of 52, including 23 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Rugudipali?
There are 14 households in Rugudipali.
What is the literacy rate in Rugudipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rugudipali is 55.77%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 48.28%.