Rathaguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Rathaguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rathaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathaguda is 430641. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Rathaguda 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 Rathaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Rathaguda village had a total population of 107 people, including 46 males and 61 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,326 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.88%, with male literacy at 8.33% and female literacy at 2.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 43 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Rathaguda
Rathaguda 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 Rathaguda
Rathaguda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rathaguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Rathaguda 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 Rathaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rathaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathaguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rathaguda
Where is Rathaguda located?
Rathaguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rathaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rathaguda is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Rathaguda?
The pincode of Rathaguda is 764052.
What is the population of Rathaguda?
Rathaguda had a total population of 107, including 46 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Rathaguda?
Rathaguda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rathaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathaguda was 4.88%. Male literacy was 8.33% and female literacy was 2.17%.