Rukunipur - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Rukunipur is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Rairakhol and around 76 km from Sambalpur. Daincha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rukunipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukunipur is 382393. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Rukunipur 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 Rukunipur
As per Census 2011, Rukunipur village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 48 males and 58 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rukunipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 31 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Rukunipur
Rukunipur 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 Rukunipur
Rukunipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rukunipur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Rukunipur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Rukunipur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rukunipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukunipur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rukunipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukunipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rukunipur
Where is Rukunipur located?
Rukunipur village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rukunipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rukunipur is Daincha.
What is the pincode of Rukunipur?
The pincode of Rukunipur is 768106.
What is the population of Rukunipur?
Rukunipur has a total population of 106, including 48 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Rukunipur?
There are 27 households in Rukunipur.
What is the literacy rate in Rukunipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukunipur is 19.81%. Male literacy is 35.42% and female literacy is 6.90%.