Rungudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Rungudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Gudari and around 100 km from Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rungudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rungudi is 426860. The village covers a total geographical area of 1544 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Rungudi 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 Rungudi
According to the 2011 Census, Rungudi village had a total population of 276 people, including 136 males and 140 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.82%, with male literacy at 4.76% and female literacy at 0.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 131 | 139 |
Transport and Connectivity of Rungudi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rungudi.
| 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 Rungudi is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rungudi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rungudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rungudi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rungudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rungudi 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 Rungudi
Where is Rungudi located?
Rungudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rungudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rungudi is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Rungudi?
The pincode of Rungudi is 765026.
What is the population of Rungudi?
Rungudi had a total population of 276, including 136 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Rungudi?
Rungudi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rungudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rungudi was 2.82%. Male literacy was 4.76% and female literacy was 0.93%.