Rambhu - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rambhu is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hajaridang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rambhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rambhu is 425351. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rambhu 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 Rambhu
According to the 2011 Census, Rambhu village had a total population of 526 people, including 252 males and 274 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.21%, with male literacy at 83.57% and female literacy at 56.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 526 | 252 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 141 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 178 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 74 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Rambhu
Rambhu 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 Rambhu
Rambhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gunupur to Rambhu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rambhu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rambhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rambhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rambhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rambhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rambhu
Where is Rambhu located?
Rambhu village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rambhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Rambhu is Hajaridang.
What is the pincode of Rambhu?
The pincode of Rambhu is 765019.
What is the population of Rambhu?
Rambhu had a total population of 526, including 252 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Rambhu?
Rambhu had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rambhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rambhu was 69.21%. Male literacy was 83.57% and female literacy was 56.03%.