Ramachandi
Ramachandi is a Town and Tehsil in Puri District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ramachandi Block (CD) is 03063. The total area of Ramachandi Tehsil is 103 km². Ramachandi has a sex ratio of approximately 972 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ramachandi Tehsil
Ramachandi Tehsil has a total of 32 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ramachandi Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alanda | Badagaon | Puri (18 km) |
| 2 | Alasankha | Itibhuan | Puri (18 km) |
| 3 | Badagan | Badagaon | Puri (16 km) |
| 4 | Banbarada | Itibhuan | Puri (16 km) |
| 5 | Bangar | Tarakor | Puri (14 km) |
| 6 | Baniasahi | Baniasahi | Puri (23 km) |
| 7 | Bereda | Baniasahi | Puri (21 km) |
| 8 | Bhuan | Badagaon | Puri (12 km) |
| 9 | Chatabarai | Badagaon | Puri (19 km) |
| 10 | Chatola | Baniasahi | Puri (19 km) |
| 11 | Dikhitapur | Baniasahi | Puri (21 km) |
| 12 | Dopada | Badagaon | Puri (15 km) |
| 13 | Dubutara | Itibhuan | Puri (16 km) |
| 14 | Gadabangor | Badagaon | Puri (14 km) |
| 15 | Haingara | Badagaon | Puri (15 km) |
| 16 | Ilajanga | Badagaon | Puri (14 km) |
| 17 | Inchera | Baniasahi | Puri (17 km) |
| 18 | Inchol | Baniasahi | Nimapada (22 km) |
| 19 | Itibhuan | Itibhuan | Puri (14 km) |
| 20 | Jakhara | Badagaon | Puri (16 km) |
| 21 | Kabirajapur | Itibhuan | Puri (19 km) |
| 22 | Khalakata | Sutan | Konark (16 km) |
| 23 | Khandamuhan | Badagaon | Konark (15 km) |
| 24 | Manchia | Badagaon | Puri (15 km) |
| 25 | Panisiuli | Badagaon | Puri (15 km) |
| 26 | Podatara | Itibhuan | Puri (15 km) |
| 27 | Putupada | Badagaon | Puri (20 km) |
| 28 | Rusipada | Baniasahi | Puri (20 km) |
| 29 | Sadansa | Badagaon | Konark (10 km) |
| 30 | Sahukhanata | Simili | Konark (17 km) |
| 31 | Sutana | Sutan | Konark (6 km) |
| 32 | Tarakor | Tarakor | Konark (8 km) |
Population of Ramachandi Tehsil
The population profile of Ramachandi Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ramachandi Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,531 | 22,531 | N/A |
| Male Population | 11,424 | 11,424 | N/A |
| Female Population | 11,107 | 11,107 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,283 | 2,283 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,210 | 1,210 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,073 | 1,073 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 16,939 | 16,939 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 9,121 | 9,121 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,818 | 7,818 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 5,592 | 5,592 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,303 | 2,303 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,289 | 3,289 | N/A |
| Total Households | 4,805 | 4,805 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 22,531 people. Includes nearly 11,424 males and 11,107 females. Rural population is about 22,531 people.
- There are around 2,283 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,210 boys and 1,073 girls.
- Literate population is about 16,939 people. Non-literate population is around 5,592 people.
- There are nearly 4,805 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ramachandi Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,674 | 4,674 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,364 | 2,364 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,310 | 2,310 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 93 | 93 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 49 | 49 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 44 | 44 | N/A |
| Population Density | 219 / km² | 219 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ramachandi Tehsil is approximately 4,674 people, including 2,364 males and 2,310 females. Around 4,674 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ramachandi Tehsil is about 93 people, including 49 males and 44 females. Around 93 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 219 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 219 people per sq. km.