Ramaruda - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Ramaruda is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramaruda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramaruda is 384900. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Ramaruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramaruda
According to the 2011 Census, Ramaruda village had a total population of 376 people, including 200 males and 176 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.25%, with male literacy at 70.91% and female literacy at 49.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 376 | 200 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 160 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 117 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 83 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Ramaruda
Ramaruda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khendraposh | West | 0.99 km |
| Hatibahal | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Kododihi | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Nischintipur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Sanhatibahal | East | 1.78 km |
| Sankundeikela | North | 1.98 km |
| Kurda | South | 2.46 km |
| Gundichanali | East | 2.51 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Tankajoda | West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramaruda
Public transport in the Ramaruda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Ramaruda is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ramaruda is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramaruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramaruda 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 Ramaruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramaruda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ramaruda
Where is Ramaruda located?
Ramaruda village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramaruda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramaruda is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Ramaruda?
The pincode of Ramaruda is 770044.
What is the population of Ramaruda?
Ramaruda had a total population of 376, including 200 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Ramaruda?
Ramaruda had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramaruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramaruda was 60.25%. Male literacy was 70.91% and female literacy was 49.04%.