Retinipadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Retinipadar 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Retinipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retinipadar is 425418. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Retinipadar 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 Retinipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Retinipadar village had a total population of 186 people, including 95 males and 91 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.42%, with male literacy at 68.49% and female literacy at 20.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 50 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 45 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Retinipadar
Retinipadar 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 Retinipadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Retinipadar.
| 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 Retinipadar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Retinipadar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retinipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retinipadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Retinipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Retinipadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Retinipadar
Where is Retinipadar located?
Retinipadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Retinipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Retinipadar is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Retinipadar?
The pincode of Retinipadar is 765019.
What is the population of Retinipadar?
Retinipadar had a total population of 186, including 95 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Retinipadar?
Retinipadar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Retinipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retinipadar was 43.42%. Male literacy was 68.49% and female literacy was 20.25%.