Raniguda - Raigarh
Raniguda is a village situated in the Raigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Raigarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Panjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniguda is 434879. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 496001 pincode. Raigarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raniguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raniguda
As per Census 2011, Raniguda village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 200 males and 189 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raniguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 200 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 154 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 46 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Raniguda
Raniguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardamal | South | 1.69 km |
| Lebda | North | 1.95 km |
| Usraut | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Panjhar | West | 2.16 km |
| Dumarpali | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Deori | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Nandeli | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Bokaramuda | South | 3.33 km |
| Balamgoda | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Jampali | East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raniguda
Raniguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kirodimalnagar, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 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 Raigarh to Raniguda is about 25 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 Raniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniguda 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 Raniguda
Where is Raniguda located?
Raniguda village is located in Raigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniguda is Panjhar.
What is the pincode of Raniguda?
The pincode of Raniguda is 496001.
What is the population of Raniguda?
Raniguda has a total population of 389, including 200 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Raniguda?
There are 117 households in Raniguda.
What is the literacy rate in Raniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniguda is 69.67%. Male literacy is 77.00% and female literacy is 61.90%.