Rajadih - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Rajadih is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Rajadih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajadih is 445929. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.09 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rajadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajadih
As per Census 2011, Rajadih village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 323 males and 306 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 323 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 152 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 211 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 112 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Rajadih
Rajadih 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 Rajadih
Rajadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Rajadih is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Rajadih is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajadih 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 Rajadih
Where is Rajadih located?
Rajadih village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajadih?
Rajadih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajadih?
The pincode of Rajadih is 493558.
What is the population of Rajadih?
Rajadih has a total population of 629, including 323 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Rajadih?
There are 135 households in Rajadih.
What is the literacy rate in Rajadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajadih is 53.90%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 41.83%.