Rukuba - Nandapur, Koraput
Rukuba is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khemunduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rukuba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukuba is 429934. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Rukuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rukuba
As per Census 2011, Rukuba village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 181 males and 192 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rukuba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 181 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 165 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Rukuba
Rukuba 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 Rukuba
Rukuba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Rukuba is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Rukuba is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rukuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukuba 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rukuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukuba 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 Rukuba
Where is Rukuba located?
Rukuba village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rukuba?
The Gram Panchayat of Rukuba is Khemunduguda.
What is the pincode of Rukuba?
The pincode of Rukuba is 764037.
What is the population of Rukuba?
Rukuba has a total population of 373, including 181 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Rukuba?
There are 84 households in Rukuba.
What is the literacy rate in Rukuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukuba is 5.36%. Male literacy is 8.84% and female literacy is 2.08%.