Rodanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rodanga 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 56 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rodanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rodanga is 425218. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Rodanga 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 Rodanga
As per Census 2011, Rodanga village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 113 males and 130 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rodanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 113 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Rodanga
Rodanga 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 Rodanga
Public transport in the Rodanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rodanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rodanga is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rodanga is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rodanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rodanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rodanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rodanga 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 Rodanga
Where is Rodanga located?
Rodanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rodanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Rodanga is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Rodanga?
The pincode of Rodanga is 765019.
What is the population of Rodanga?
Rodanga has a total population of 243, including 113 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Rodanga?
There are 55 households in Rodanga.
What is the literacy rate in Rodanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rodanga is 36.63%. Male literacy is 47.79% and female literacy is 26.92%.