Revolkona - Kolnara, Rayagada
Revolkona is a village situated in the Kolnara tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Rayagada and around 19 km from Rayagada . Gadaseskhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Revolkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Revolkona is 426207. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Revolkona 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 Revolkona
As per Census 2011, Revolkona village has a total population of 769 people, consisting of 399 males and 370 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Revolkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 769 | 399 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 207 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 267 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 132 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Revolkona
Revolkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emliguda | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Regadaguda | South | 1.62 km |
| Kultiguda(darabeda) | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Binisipur (sanapur) | East | 1.94 km |
| Khuntibadi | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Pitesu | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Paikopoda | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Dondili(nuaguda) | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Keutoguda | South | 3.40 km |
| Patraput | South-East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Revolkona
Revolkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Keutguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Revolkona is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Revolkona is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Revolkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Revolkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Revolkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Revolkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Revolkona
Where is Revolkona located?
Revolkona village is located in Kolnara Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Revolkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Revolkona is Gadaseskhal.
What is the pincode of Revolkona?
The pincode of Revolkona is 765017.
What is the population of Revolkona?
Revolkona has a total population of 769, including 399 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Revolkona?
There are 161 households in Revolkona.
What is the literacy rate in Revolkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Revolkona is 52.54%. Male literacy is 66.92% and female literacy is 37.03%.