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
According to the 2011 Census, Rasakudi village had a total population of 522 people, including 357 males and 165 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 84.52% and female literacy at 56.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 522, including 357 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Rasakudi?
Rasakudi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasakudi was 76.02%. Male literacy was 84.52% and female literacy was 56.06%.