Ratakhandiguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Ratakhandiguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Jharigan and around 50 km from Nabarangapur . Ratakhandiguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratakhandiguda is 427563. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ratakhandiguda 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 Ratakhandiguda
As per Census 2011, Ratakhandiguda village has a total population of 2,204 people, consisting of 998 males and 1,206 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 1,438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,680 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratakhandiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,204 | 998 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 211 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 145 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,680 | 791 | 889 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 410 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,438 | 588 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Ratakhandiguda
Ratakhandiguda 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 Ratakhandiguda
Ratakhandiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Ratakhandiguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ratakhandiguda 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 Ratakhandiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratakhandiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratakhandiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratakhandiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratakhandiguda
Where is Ratakhandiguda located?
Ratakhandiguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratakhandiguda?
Ratakhandiguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratakhandiguda?
The pincode of Ratakhandiguda is 764076.
What is the population of Ratakhandiguda?
Ratakhandiguda has a total population of 2,204, including 998 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Ratakhandiguda?
There are 482 households in Ratakhandiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ratakhandiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratakhandiguda is 34.75%. Male literacy is 41.08% and female literacy is 29.52%.