Rachuli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rachuli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rachuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rachuli is 425396. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Rachuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rachuli
According to the 2011 Census, Rachuli village had a total population of 168 people, including 74 males and 94 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.22%, with male literacy at 15.87% and female literacy at 3.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 168 | 74 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 70 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 64 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Rachuli
Rachuli 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 Rachuli
Public transport in the Rachuli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rachuli is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rachuli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rachuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rachuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rachuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rachuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rachuli
Where is Rachuli located?
Rachuli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rachuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachuli is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Rachuli?
The pincode of Rachuli is 765019.
What is the population of Rachuli?
Rachuli had a total population of 168, including 74 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Rachuli?
Rachuli had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rachuli was 9.22%. Male literacy was 15.87% and female literacy was 3.85%.