Rutukupidi - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Rutukupidi is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 150 km from Sundargarh. Bad-dalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rutukupidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rutukupidi is 384593. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Rutukupidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rutukupidi
According to the 2011 Census, Rutukupidi village had a total population of 455 people, including 230 males and 225 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.18%, with male literacy at 59.09% and female literacy at 31.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 418.
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 | 455 | 230 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 214 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 117 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 113 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Rutukupidi
Rutukupidi 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 Rutukupidi
Public transport in the Rutukupidi 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 Raurkela to Rutukupidi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Rutukupidi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rutukupidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rutukupidi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rutukupidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rutukupidi 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 Rutukupidi
Where is Rutukupidi located?
Rutukupidi village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rutukupidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rutukupidi is Bad-dalki.
What is the pincode of Rutukupidi?
The pincode of Rutukupidi is 769004.
What is the population of Rutukupidi?
Rutukupidi had a total population of 455, including 230 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Rutukupidi?
Rutukupidi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rutukupidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rutukupidi was 45.18%. Male literacy was 59.09% and female literacy was 31.12%.