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
As per Census 2011, Rathipur village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 263 males and 259 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rathipur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 522, including 263 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Rathipur?
There are 140 households in Rathipur.
What is the literacy rate in Rathipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathipur is 75.86%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 67.95%.