Rugudi - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Rugudi is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Rugudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rugudi is 388567. The village covers a total geographical area of 590 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rugudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rugudi
As per Census 2011, Rugudi village has a total population of 1,860 people, consisting of 922 males and 938 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rugudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,860 | 922 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,454 | 708 | 746 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 581 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 341 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Rugudi
Rugudi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadadiha | West | 1.74 km |
| Badbadaposi | South | 2.00 km |
| K.handabandha | East | 2.03 km |
| Chaturisahi | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Tikarpada | North | 2.88 km |
| Jaunriposi | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Kudarbisida | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Bharadapasi | North | 3.17 km |
| Kenjhrapanposi | South | 3.26 km |
| Badanai | South-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rugudi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rugudi. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Rugudi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Rugudi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rugudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rugudi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rugudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rugudi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rugudi
Where is Rugudi located?
Rugudi village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rugudi?
Rugudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rugudi?
The pincode of Rugudi is 757036.
What is the population of Rugudi?
Rugudi has a total population of 1,860, including 922 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Rugudi?
There are 396 households in Rugudi.
What is the literacy rate in Rugudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rugudi is 54.41%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 45.95%.