Rathipur - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Rathipur is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rathipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathipur is 391181. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rathipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rathipur
According to the 2011 Census, Rathipur village had a total population of 522 people, including 263 males and 259 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 92.05% and female literacy at 76.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 522 | 263 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 220 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 43 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Rathipur
Rathipur 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 Rathipur
Rathipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Rathipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Rathipur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rathipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rathipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathipur 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 Rathipur
Where is Rathipur located?
Rathipur village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rathipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rathipur is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Rathipur?
The pincode of Rathipur is 757040.
What is the population of Rathipur?
Rathipur had a total population of 522, including 263 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Rathipur?
Rathipur had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rathipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathipur was 84.43%. Male literacy was 92.05% and female literacy was 76.52%.