Raikera - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Raikera is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Raikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikera is 434733. The village covers a total geographical area of 1132.76 hectares and falls under the 496111 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Raikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikera
According to the 2011 Census, Raikera village had a total population of 2,162 people, including 1,098 males and 1,064 females, living in 541 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.52%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 50.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,536.
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 | 2,162 | 1,098 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 144 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,536 | 772 | 764 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 689 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 409 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Raikera
Raikera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salhepali | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Chotiguda | North | 3.06 km |
| Naya Rampur | East | 3.15 km |
| Bichinara | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Tilaipali | East | 4.18 km |
| Nundarha | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Ajijgarh | North | 4.30 km |
| Konpara | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Kerakhol | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Kudhurmauha | North-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raikera
Raikera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gharghoda to Raikera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Raikera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raikera
Where is Raikera located?
Raikera village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raikera?
Raikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raikera?
The pincode of Raikera is 496111.
What is the population of Raikera?
Raikera had a total population of 2,162, including 1,098 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Raikera?
Raikera had 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikera was 61.52%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 50.69%.