Rugudipali - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Rugudipali is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Garhloisingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rugudipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rugudipali is 382158. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Rugudipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rugudipali
As per Census 2011, Rugudipali village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 173 males and 158 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rugudipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 173 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 105 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Rugudipali
Rugudipali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahakurpali | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Gahirpali | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Khamarbadamal | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Bandijharan | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Jamjori | East | 2.08 km |
| Panchaphut | South | 3.08 km |
| Badpal | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Sahajkhulia | West | 3.36 km |
| Padiabaadmal | South | 3.38 km |
| Bagdafa | East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rugudipali
Rugudipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jujumura, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Rugudipali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Rugudipali is about 53 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 Rugudipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rugudipali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rugudipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rugudipali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rugudipali
Where is Rugudipali located?
Rugudipali village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rugudipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rugudipali is Garhloisingh.
What is the pincode of Rugudipali?
The pincode of Rugudipali is 768105.
What is the population of Rugudipali?
Rugudipali has a total population of 331, including 173 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Rugudipali?
There are 77 households in Rugudipali.
What is the literacy rate in Rugudipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rugudipali is 45.92%. Male literacy is 48.55% and female literacy is 43.04%.