Risda - Masturi, Bilaspur
Risda is a village situated in the Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masturi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Risda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risda is 438847. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.01 hectares and falls under the 495551 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Risda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risda
According to the 2011 Census, Risda village had a total population of 3,342 people, including 1,705 males and 1,637 females, living in 782 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 79.16% and female literacy at 49.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,502, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 395.
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 | 3,342 | 1,705 | 1,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 280 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,502 | 759 | 743 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 204 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 1,807 | 1,128 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,535 | 577 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Risda
Risda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koharauda | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Dodki | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Arasmeta | East | 2.32 km |
| Daldali | West | 2.55 km |
| Hirri | North | 2.64 km |
| Pendari | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Khorasi | West | 3.53 km |
| Chauha | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Akola | South | 3.69 km |
| Konar | South | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Risda
Risda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jairamnagar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Risda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Risda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Risda
Where is Risda located?
Risda village is located in Masturi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Risda?
Risda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Risda?
The pincode of Risda is 495551.
What is the population of Risda?
Risda had a total population of 3,342, including 1,705 males and 1,637 females.
How many households are there in Risda?
Risda had 782 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risda was 64.86%. Male literacy was 79.16% and female literacy was 49.89%.