Ratanaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Ratanaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bishamakatak and around 95 km from Rayagada . Turiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanaguda is 425175. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ratanaguda 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 Ratanaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanaguda village had a total population of 41 people, including 20 males and 21 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.47%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanaguda
Ratanaguda 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 Ratanaguda
Ratanaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ratanaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ratanaguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ratanaguda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanaguda 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 Ratanaguda
Where is Ratanaguda located?
Ratanaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanaguda is Turiguda.
What is the pincode of Ratanaguda?
The pincode of Ratanaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Ratanaguda?
Ratanaguda had a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Ratanaguda?
Ratanaguda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanaguda was 26.47%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 17.65%.