Rajkote - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Rajkote is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandahandi and around 123 km from Nabarangapur . Patakhalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajkote is 427504. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Rajkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajkote
As per Census 2011, Rajkote village has a total population of 1,089 people, consisting of 559 males and 530 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 820 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajkote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,089 | 559 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 417 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 271 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 288 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Rajkote
Rajkote 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 Rajkote
Rajkote 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Rajkote is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Rajkote is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajkote 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajkote 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 Rajkote
Where is Rajkote located?
Rajkote village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajkote is Patakhalia.
What is the pincode of Rajkote?
The pincode of Rajkote is 764077.
What is the population of Rajkote?
Rajkote has a total population of 1,089, including 559 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Rajkote?
There are 262 households in Rajkote.
What is the literacy rate in Rajkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajkote is 35.26%. Male literacy is 48.48% and female literacy is 21.32%.