Rathapurusottampur - Pipili, Puri
Rathapurusottampur is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Rathapurusottampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathapurusottampur is 408834. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Rathapurusottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rathapurusottampur
As per Census 2011, Rathapurusottampur village has a total population of 2,167 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,040 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,706 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rathapurusottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,167 | 1,127 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 193 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 971 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 156 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Rathapurusottampur
Rathapurusottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukhudapada | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Satahala | North | 1.16 km |
| Saraswatipur | South | 1.27 km |
| Sahadapada | East | 1.37 km |
| Tarajanga | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Podapada | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Jopan | West | 1.90 km |
| Bahabalapur | West | 2.01 km |
| Dakhinasahi | South | 2.02 km |
| Alarapur | North-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rathapurusottampur
Rathapurusottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Rathapurusottampur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Rathapurusottampur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rathapurusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathapurusottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rathapurusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathapurusottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rathapurusottampur
Where is Rathapurusottampur located?
Rathapurusottampur village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rathapurusottampur?
Rathapurusottampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rathapurusottampur?
The pincode of Rathapurusottampur is 752105.
What is the population of Rathapurusottampur?
Rathapurusottampur has a total population of 2,167, including 1,127 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Rathapurusottampur?
There are 416 households in Rathapurusottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rathapurusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathapurusottampur is 78.73%. Male literacy is 86.16% and female literacy is 70.67%.