Raidang - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Raidang is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Balijan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidang is 291390. The village covers a total geographical area of 1511 hectares and falls under the 786103 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Raidang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidang
According to the 2011 Census, Raidang village had a total population of 480 people, including 261 males and 219 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.86%, with male literacy at 64.32% and female literacy at 50.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 480 | 261 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 146 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 115 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Raidang
Raidang 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 Raidang
Raidang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raidang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chabua to Raidang is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Raidang is about 37 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 Raidang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raidang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raidang
Where is Raidang located?
Raidang village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidang?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidang is Balijan.
What is the pincode of Raidang?
The pincode of Raidang is 786103.
What is the population of Raidang?
Raidang had a total population of 480, including 261 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Raidang?
Raidang had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidang was 57.86%. Male literacy was 64.32% and female literacy was 50.26%.