Rapatabali - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Rapatabali is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rapatabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rapatabali is 425078. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rapatabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rapatabali
As per Census 2011, Rapatabali village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 166 males and 158 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rapatabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 166 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 101 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 65 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Rapatabali
Rapatabali 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 Rapatabali
Rapatabali 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 Gudari to Rapatabali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rapatabali is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rapatabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rapatabali 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 Rapatabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rapatabali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rapatabali
Where is Rapatabali located?
Rapatabali village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rapatabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rapatabali is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Rapatabali?
The pincode of Rapatabali is 765020.
What is the population of Rapatabali?
Rapatabali has a total population of 324, including 166 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Rapatabali?
There are 61 households in Rapatabali.
What is the literacy rate in Rapatabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rapatabali is 45.68%. Male literacy is 60.84% and female literacy is 29.75%.