Rasakudi - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Rasakudi is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badannala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasakudi is 410183. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Rasakudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasakudi
As per Census 2011, Rasakudi village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 357 males and 165 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 462 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasakudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 357 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 192 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 163 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 262 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 95 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Rasakudi
Rasakudi 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 Rasakudi
Rasakudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Rasakudi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Rasakudi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasakudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rasakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasakudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasakudi
Where is Rasakudi located?
Rasakudi village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasakudi is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Rasakudi?
The pincode of Rasakudi is 752032.
What is the population of Rasakudi?
Rasakudi has a total population of 522, including 357 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Rasakudi?
There are 83 households in Rasakudi.
What is the literacy rate in Rasakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasakudi is 64.37%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 44.85%.