Rakaskhol - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Rakaskhol is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sarafgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakaskhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakaskhol is 383634. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Rakaskhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakaskhol
As per Census 2011, Rakaskhol village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 21 males and 24 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakaskhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Rakaskhol
Rakaskhol 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 Rakaskhol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rakaskhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Rakaskhol is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Rakaskhol is about 51 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 Rakaskhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakaskhol 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 Rakaskhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakaskhol 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 Rakaskhol
Where is Rakaskhol located?
Rakaskhol village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakaskhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakaskhol is Sarafgarh.
What is the pincode of Rakaskhol?
The pincode of Rakaskhol is 770012.
What is the population of Rakaskhol?
Rakaskhol has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Rakaskhol?
There are 8 households in Rakaskhol.
What is the literacy rate in Rakaskhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakaskhol is 44.44%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 33.33%.