Rasikhala - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rasikhala is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasikhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasikhala is 425334. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Rasikhala 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 Rasikhala
According to the 2011 Census, Rasikhala village had a total population of 168 people, including 80 males and 88 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.59%, with male literacy at 50.88% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 80 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 51 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Rasikhala
Rasikhala 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 Rasikhala
Rasikhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rasikhala is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rasikhala is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasikhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasikhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasikhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasikhala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasikhala
Where is Rasikhala located?
Rasikhala village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasikhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasikhala is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Rasikhala?
The pincode of Rasikhala is 765019.
What is the population of Rasikhala?
Rasikhala had a total population of 168, including 80 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Rasikhala?
Rasikhala had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasikhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasikhala was 32.59%. Male literacy was 50.88% and female literacy was 19.23%.