Ronaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Ronaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ronaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ronaguda is 425076. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ronaguda 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 Ronaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ronaguda village had a total population of 422 people, including 197 males and 225 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.45%, with male literacy at 42.67% and female literacy at 29.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 422 | 197 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 96 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 99 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 133 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Ronaguda
Ronaguda 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 Ronaguda
Ronaguda 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 Ronaguda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ronaguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ronaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ronaguda 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 Ronaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ronaguda 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 Ronaguda
Where is Ronaguda located?
Ronaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ronaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ronaguda is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Ronaguda?
The pincode of Ronaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Ronaguda?
Ronaguda had a total population of 422, including 197 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Ronaguda?
Ronaguda had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ronaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ronaguda was 35.45%. Male literacy was 42.67% and female literacy was 29.44%.