Rautaparidiguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Rautaparidiguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Pujariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautaparidiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautaparidiguda is 425565. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Rautaparidiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rautaparidiguda
As per Census 2011, Rautaparidiguda village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 127 males and 148 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rautaparidiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 127 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 86 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 41 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Rautaparidiguda
Rautaparidiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimbiribadi | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Binisipur | West | 1.22 km |
| Patabandha | North | 1.46 km |
| Kandhaparidiguda | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Manariguda | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Divalpadu | South | 1.72 km |
| Sanaghodaghati | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Talaguda | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Hajaridanga | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Khajuriguda | East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rautaparidiguda
Rautaparidiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rautaparidiguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rautaparidiguda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautaparidiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautaparidiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rautaparidiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautaparidiguda 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 Rautaparidiguda
Where is Rautaparidiguda located?
Rautaparidiguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautaparidiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautaparidiguda is Pujariguda.
What is the pincode of Rautaparidiguda?
The pincode of Rautaparidiguda is 765016.
What is the population of Rautaparidiguda?
Rautaparidiguda has a total population of 275, including 127 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Rautaparidiguda?
There are 66 households in Rautaparidiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Rautaparidiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautaparidiguda is 47.64%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 30.41%.