Rautaghati - Kashipur, Rayagada
Rautaghati is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khurigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautaghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautaghati is 425898. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Rautaghati 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 Rautaghati
According to the 2011 Census, Rautaghati village had a total population of 514 people, including 245 males and 269 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.79%, with male literacy at 61.62% and female literacy at 26.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 514 | 245 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 139 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 122 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 123 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Rautaghati
Rautaghati 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 Rautaghati
Public transport in the Rautaghati is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rautaghati is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautaghati 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 Rautaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautaghati 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rautaghati
Where is Rautaghati located?
Rautaghati village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautaghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautaghati is Khurigam.
What is the pincode of Rautaghati?
The pincode of Rautaghati is 765015.
What is the population of Rautaghati?
Rautaghati had a total population of 514, including 245 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Rautaghati?
Rautaghati had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautaghati was 42.79%. Male literacy was 61.62% and female literacy was 26.22%.