Rajal Konda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Rajal Konda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chitrakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajal Konda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajal Konda is 430664. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rajal Konda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajal Konda
As per Census 2011, Rajal Konda village has a total population of 433 people, consisting of 212 males and 221 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 391 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajal Konda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 212 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 193 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 112 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 100 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Rajal Konda
Rajal Konda 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 Rajal Konda
Rajal Konda 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 5-10 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 Balimela to Rajal Konda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Rajal Konda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajal Konda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajal Konda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajal Konda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajal Konda 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 Rajal Konda
Where is Rajal Konda located?
Rajal Konda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajal Konda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajal Konda is Chitrakonda.
What is the pincode of Rajal Konda?
The pincode of Rajal Konda is 764052.
What is the population of Rajal Konda?
Rajal Konda has a total population of 433, including 212 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Rajal Konda?
There are 118 households in Rajal Konda.
What is the literacy rate in Rajal Konda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajal Konda is 37.18%. Male literacy is 52.83% and female literacy is 22.17%.