Rairuma Kalan - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Rairuma Kalan is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sukharapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rairuma Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rairuma Kalan is 434239. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.92 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rairuma Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rairuma Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Rairuma Kalan village had a total population of 1,635 people, including 792 males and 843 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 951.
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 | 1,635 | 792 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 71 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 951 | 468 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 615 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 177 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Rairuma Kalan
Rairuma Kalan 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 Rairuma Kalan
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Rairuma Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Rairuma Kalan is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rairuma Kalan
Where is Rairuma Kalan located?
Rairuma Kalan village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rairuma Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rairuma Kalan is Sukharapara.
What is the pincode of Rairuma Kalan?
The pincode of Rairuma Kalan is 496118.
What is the population of Rairuma Kalan?
Rairuma Kalan had a total population of 1,635, including 792 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Rairuma Kalan?
Rairuma Kalan had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rairuma Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rairuma Kalan was 72.34%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 59.65%.