Rastuguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Rastuguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rastuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rastuguda is 425854. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Rastuguda 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 Rastuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Rastuguda village had a total population of 178 people, including 85 males and 93 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.69%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 23.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 81 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 57 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Rastuguda
Rastuguda 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 Rastuguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rastuguda.
| 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 Rastuguda is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rastuguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rastuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rastuguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rastuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rastuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rastuguda
Where is Rastuguda located?
Rastuguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rastuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rastuguda is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Rastuguda?
The pincode of Rastuguda is 765015.
What is the population of Rastuguda?
Rastuguda had a total population of 178, including 85 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Rastuguda?
Rastuguda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rastuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rastuguda was 31.69%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 23.61%.