Rayagada District Odisha- Latest Information(2023)
Rayagada district is a district located in the state of Odisha, India. It is situated in the southern part of the state and is part of the Koraput division. Rayagada town is the district headquarters.
Geography:
| Rayagada district is located in the state of Odisha, India. It is situated in the southern part of Odisha and lies between the 18° 35′ N and 19° 34′ N latitudes and 82° 30′ E and 83° 40′ E longitudes. |
| Location: Rayagada district is bordered by the districts of Koraput to the south, Kandhamal to the east, Kalahandi to the west, and Gajapati to the southeast. It is surrounded by hills and dense forests, which are part of the Eastern Ghats mountain range. |
| Rivers: Rayagada district is drained by several rivers and their tributaries. The major rivers flowing through the district include Nagavali, Bansadhara, and Tel river. These rivers provide water for irrigation and support the local ecosystem. |
| Forests: The district has rich forest resources and is known for its dense forests. The forests are primarily tropical deciduous, with a variety of flora and fauna. They are an important habitat for wildlife, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and various species of birds. |
| Topography: The district has a varied topography with hills, plateaus, valleys, and plains. The Eastern Ghats traverse through the district, forming a significant portion of its geography. The hills and plateaus are covered with forests, while the valleys and plains are used for agriculture. |
| Climate: Rayagada district experiences a tropical monsoon climate. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 40°C (77°F to 104°F). The monsoon season lasts from June to September, bringing heavy rainfall. Winters are relatively mild, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). |
| Minerals: Rayagada district is rich in mineral resources. It has significant deposits of bauxite, limestone, china clay, and graphite. Mining activities are carried out in certain areas, contributing to the district’s economy. |
Communication:
| BY AIR: The nearest air port is at Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) 200 KMs away which is well connected with New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, and Nagpur by going flight. BY RAIL: Well connected from other parts of India like Delhi, Chennai, Allepy, Bokaro, Raipur, Gujrat, Nagpur, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bilaspur, and Bhubaneswar. BY ROAD : Convenient road transport facilities available as NH-43 is passing through Koraput,i.e. 109 KMs from Rayagada. Direct Express bus services are available from Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagarm, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Jeypore, Koraput, Malkangiri, Phulbani, etc. |
Divisions In Rayagada District:
| Sub-Divisions | 1. Rayagada 2. Gunupur |
| Blocks | 1. Rayagada 2. Gunupur 3. Bissamcuttack 4. Kasipur 5. Kolnara 6. Ramanaguda 7. Kalyanasinghpur 8. Padmapur 9. Gudari 10. Muniguda 11. Chandrapur |
| Tahasils | 1. Rayagada 2. Gunupur 3. Bissamcuttack 4. Kasipur 5. Kolnara 6. Ramanaguda 7. Kalyanasinghpur 8. Padmapur 9. Gudari 10. Muniguda 11. Chandrapur |
| Parliamentary Constituencies | 1. Koraput |
| Assembly Constituencies | 1. Gunupur, 2. Bissam Cuttack, 3. Rayagada |
Police Stations:
| Sl. no | Name of the Police Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rayagada P.S |
| 2 | Seskhal P.S |
| 3 | Chandili P.S |
| 4 | Kashipur P.S |
| 5 | Tikiri P.S |
| 6 | Doraguda P.S |
| 7 | K. Singhpur P.S |
| 8 | B. Cuttack P.S |
| 9 | Muniguda P.S |
| 10 | Ambadola P.S |
| 11 | Chandrapur P.S |
| 12 | Gunupur P.S |
| 13 | Puttasingh P.S |
| 14 | Padmapur P.S |
| 15 | Gudari P.S |
Other Information:
| Country |  India |
|---|---|
| State |  Odisha |
| Headquarters | Rayagada |
| Total Area | 7,584.7 km2 (2,928.5 sq mi) |
| OfficialLanguages | Odia, English |
| Other Local Language | Kui, Sora, Kuvi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN Codes | 765 xxx |
| Vehicle registration | OD-18 |
Helpline Numbers:
| Description | Number |
|---|---|
| Local Police Station | 100 |
| Elder Person Help Line | 1090 |
| Women Help Line | 1091 |
| Children Help Line | 1098 |
| Fire Help Line | 101 |
| Ambulance Help Line | 108 |
| Janani Ambulance Help Line | 102 |
| Traffic Help Line | 1095 |
| N.H.A.I. Help Line | 1033 |
STD Codes of the District:
| Sl.No. | Area | STD Code |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Padmapur | 06857 |
| 2. | Gudari | 06862 |
| 3. | Ramanaguda | 06857 |
| 4. | Chandrapur | 06863 |
| 5. | Bissamcuttack | 06863 |
| 6. | K. Singhpur | 06856 |
| 7. | Kolnara | 06856 |
| 8. | Kashipur | 06865 |
| 9. | Muniguda | 06863 |
| 10. | Gunupur | 06857 |
| 11. | Rayagada | 06856 |
Tourist Places:
| CHATIKONA | |
| HANGING BRIDGE, CHEKAGUDA | |
| LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE, THERUBALI | |
| MINAJHOLA | |
| MAA MAJHIGHARIANI TEMPLE |
Colleges/Universities:
BANKS
| Andhra Bank – Rayagada First Lane, New Colony, 765001 Phone : 06856-224188 ICICI BANK – Rayagada Branch Opposite Saint Xaviers High School, New Colony, Odisha 765001 Phone : 06856-225658 IDBI BANK – Rayagada Branch New Colony, Odisha 765001 Phone : 06856-223811 Punjab National Bank – Rayagada Gajapati Junction, Station Road, New Colony, Odisha 765001 State Bank of India – Rayagada Branch Main Road Phone : 06856-235090 |
HOSPITALS
| Christian Hospital, Bisamcuttack Christian Hospital, State Highway 5, Gojabahal, Rayagada, Bissamcuttack, Odisha 765019, Email ms@chbmck.org / chbmck@gmail.com Website: http://chbmck.org/ Email : ms[at]chbmck[dot]org Phone : 06863-247505 District Headquarters Hospital, Rayagada Chief District Medical Officer & District Mission Director, At.- Old Bus Stand, PIN- 765001, Odisha, India Email : cdmorayagada[at]gmail[dot]com Phone : 06856-235603 Sub Divisional Hospital, Gunupur Sub Divisional Hospital, Gunupur Gunupur – 765022 |
