Ridal - Machh Kund, Koraput
Ridal is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ridal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridal is 429561. The village covers a total geographical area of 664 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ridal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ridal
As per Census 2011, Ridal village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 163 males and 172 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 163 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 109 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 66 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 97 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Ridal
Ridal 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 Ridal
Ridal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Ridal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ridal is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ridal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ridal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridal 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 Ridal
Where is Ridal located?
Ridal village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ridal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ridal is Badigada.
What is the pincode of Ridal?
The pincode of Ridal is 764040.
What is the population of Ridal?
Ridal has a total population of 335, including 163 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Ridal?
There are 92 households in Ridal.
What is the literacy rate in Ridal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridal is 27.16%. Male literacy is 40.49% and female literacy is 14.53%.