Rajabedei - Similiguda, Koraput
Rajabedei is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajabedei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajabedei is 429948. The village covers a total geographical area of 478 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rajabedei 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 Rajabedei
As per Census 2011, Rajabedei village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 243 males and 253 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajabedei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 243 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 182 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 84 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 159 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Rajabedei
Rajabedei 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 Rajabedei
Rajabedei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Rajabedei is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Rajabedei is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajabedei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajabedei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajabedei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajabedei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajabedei
Where is Rajabedei located?
Rajabedei village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajabedei?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajabedei is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Rajabedei?
The pincode of Rajabedei is 764036.
What is the population of Rajabedei?
Rajabedei has a total population of 496, including 243 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Rajabedei?
There are 146 households in Rajabedei.
What is the literacy rate in Rajabedei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajabedei is 22.58%. Male literacy is 34.57% and female literacy is 11.07%.