Rachuli - Gudari, Rayagada
Rachuli is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rachuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rachuli is 426851. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rachuli 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 Rachuli
According to the 2011 Census, Rachuli village had a total population of 108 people, including 54 males and 54 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.10%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 9.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 22 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 32 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Rachuli
Rachuli 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 Rachuli
Rachuli 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Rachuli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rachuli is about 110 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 Rachuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rachuli 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 Rachuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rachuli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rachuli
Where is Rachuli located?
Rachuli village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rachuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachuli is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Rachuli?
The pincode of Rachuli is 765026.
What is the population of Rachuli?
Rachuli had a total population of 108, including 54 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Rachuli?
Rachuli had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rachuli was 32.10%. Male literacy was 55.00% and female literacy was 9.76%.