Rugudi
Rugudi is a Town and Tehsil in Kendujhar District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Rugudi Block (CD) is 02836. The total area of Rugudi Tehsil is 90 km². Rugudi has a sex ratio of approximately 880 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Rugudi Tehsil
Rugudi Tehsil has a total of 18 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Rugudi Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barpada | Guali | Barbil (23 km) |
| 2 | Bhuyanraida | Bhuyanraida | Barbil (10 km) |
| 3 | Bhuyanrodkala | Guali | Barbil (24 km) |
| 4 | Chhatabar | Bolani | Joda (21 km) |
| 5 | Chormalda | Guali | Joda (10 km) |
| 6 | Gandhalpada | Guali | Barbil (28 km) |
| 7 | Guali | Guali | Barbil (17 km) |
| 8 | Kadalibari | Guali | Joda (21 km) |
| 9 | Katesahi | Guali | Barbil (27 km) |
| 10 | Kendudihi | Guali | Barbil (31 km) |
| 11 | Kolharaida | Bhuyanraida | Barbil (10 km) |
| 12 | Kolharodkala | Guali | Barbil (24 km) |
| 13 | Kundurupani | Bhuyanraida | Barbil (13 km) |
| 14 | Laidapada | Guali | Barbil (23 km) |
| 15 | Nuagaon | Guali | Barbil (27 km) |
| 16 | Paduliposi | Guali | Barbil (30 km) |
| 17 | Rugudidihi | Guali | Barbil (31 km) |
| 18 | Topadihi | Guali | Barbil (23 km) |
Population of Rugudi Tehsil
The population profile of Rugudi Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Rugudi Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,560 | 16,560 | N/A |
| Male Population | 8,807 | 8,807 | N/A |
| Female Population | 7,753 | 7,753 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,249 | 3,249 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,616 | 1,616 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,633 | 1,633 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 8,095 | 8,095 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 5,463 | 5,463 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 2,632 | 2,632 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 8,465 | 8,465 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,344 | 3,344 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,121 | 5,121 | N/A |
| Total Households | 3,615 | 3,615 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 16,560 people. Includes nearly 8,807 males and 7,753 females. Rural population is about 16,560 people.
- There are around 3,249 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,616 boys and 1,633 girls.
- Literate population is about 8,095 people. Non-literate population is around 8,465 people.
- There are nearly 3,615 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Rugudi Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,799 | 1,799 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 925 | 925 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 874 | 874 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 11,349 | 11,349 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 5,774 | 5,774 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 5,575 | 5,575 | N/A |
| Population Density | 184 / km² | 184 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rugudi Tehsil is approximately 1,799 people, including 925 males and 874 females. Around 1,799 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rugudi Tehsil is about 11,349 people, including 5,774 males and 5,575 females. Around 11,349 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 184 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 184 people per sq. km.