Raghudaspur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Raghudaspur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghudaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghudaspur is 396637. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raghudaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghudaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghudaspur village had a total population of 64 people, including 36 males and 28 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Raghudaspur
Raghudaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghalo | North-West | 0.63 km |
| Ario | South | 0.99 km |
| Jashor | East | 1.09 km |
| Narasinghpur | West | 1.25 km |
| Mundilo | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Darabol | East | 1.40 km |
| Gopinathpur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Tilanga | West | 1.82 km |
| Deshpur | East | 1.84 km |
| Endar | North | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghudaspur
Raghudaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| 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 Kendrapara to Raghudaspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghudaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghudaspur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghudaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghudaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghudaspur
Where is Raghudaspur located?
Raghudaspur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghudaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghudaspur is Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Raghudaspur?
The pincode of Raghudaspur is 754207.
What is the population of Raghudaspur?
Raghudaspur had a total population of 64, including 36 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Raghudaspur?
Raghudaspur had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghudaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghudaspur was 84.21%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 70.83%.