Rugudisahi - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Rugudisahi is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Saleibeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rugudisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rugudisahi is 388970. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Rugudisahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rugudisahi
As per Census 2011, Rugudisahi village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 148 males and 136 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rugudisahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 62 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 86 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Rugudisahi
Rugudisahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadidamak | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Kasibeda | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Edelbeda | East | 2.17 km |
| Kendumundi | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Dumurdiha | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Chheratangar | South | 3.47 km |
| Saleibeda | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Kendujiani | South | 4.28 km |
| Rengalbeda | West | 4.45 km |
| Sarubil | West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rugudisahi
Public transport in the Rugudisahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rugudisahi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Rugudisahi is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rugudisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rugudisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rugudisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rugudisahi 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 Rugudisahi
Where is Rugudisahi located?
Rugudisahi village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rugudisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rugudisahi is Saleibeda.
What is the pincode of Rugudisahi?
The pincode of Rugudisahi is 757038.
What is the population of Rugudisahi?
Rugudisahi has a total population of 284, including 148 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Rugudisahi?
There are 63 households in Rugudisahi.
What is the literacy rate in Rugudisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rugudisahi is 31.69%. Male literacy is 41.89% and female literacy is 20.59%.