Raiguda - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Raiguda is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Lingapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiguda is 450747. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.83 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Raiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Raiguda village had a total population of 172 people, including 86 males and 86 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.36%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Raiguda
Raiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pegdapalli(basaguda) | North | 1.33 km |
| Kesaiguda | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Anchoda | South | 2.39 km |
| Angampalli | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Pegdapalli | North | 2.95 km |
| Bangapalli | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Pegdapalli (kottaguda) | North | 3.32 km |
| Dudheda(kottaguda) | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Gorla | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Minur | West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raiguda. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Raiguda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Raiguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiguda 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 Raiguda
Where is Raiguda located?
Raiguda village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiguda is Lingapur.
What is the pincode of Raiguda?
The pincode of Raiguda is 494448.
What is the population of Raiguda?
Raiguda had a total population of 172, including 86 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Raiguda?
Raiguda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiguda was 49.36%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 42.11%.