Rashijhiri - Kashipur, Rayagada
Rashijhiri is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rashijhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rashijhiri is 425891. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Rashijhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rashijhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Rashijhiri village had a total population of 736 people, including 359 males and 377 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.82%, with male literacy at 32.87% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 736 | 359 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 198 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 95 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 264 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Rashijhiri
Rashijhiri 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 Rashijhiri
Public transport in the Rashijhiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rashijhiri is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rashijhiri is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rashijhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rashijhiri 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 Rashijhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rashijhiri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rashijhiri
Where is Rashijhiri located?
Rashijhiri village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rashijhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Rashijhiri is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Rashijhiri?
The pincode of Rashijhiri is 765015.
What is the population of Rashijhiri?
Rashijhiri had a total population of 736, including 359 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Rashijhiri?
Rashijhiri had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rashijhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rashijhiri was 18.82%. Male literacy was 32.87% and female literacy was 5.56%.