Risora - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Risora is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Baramkela and around 67 km from Raigarh. Risora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risora is 435718. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.27 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Risora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risora
As per Census 2011, Risora village has a total population of 2,338 people, consisting of 1,176 males and 1,162 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,587 literate and 751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Risora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,176 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 117 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 63 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 1,587 | 889 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 287 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Risora
Risora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanthipali | West | 1.86 km |
| Karrakote | North | 1.93 km |
| Jatiyapali | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Bamhanipali | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Laxmanpali | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Sahajpali | West | 2.78 km |
| Dumarsingha | North | 2.90 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 3.19 km |
| Bikrampali | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Amoda | South-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Risora
Risora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargarh Road, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 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 Baramkela to Risora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Risora is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risora 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Risora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risora 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 Risora
Where is Risora located?
Risora village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Risora?
Risora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Risora?
The pincode of Risora is 496554.
What is the population of Risora?
Risora has a total population of 2,338, including 1,176 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Risora?
There are 621 households in Risora.
What is the literacy rate in Risora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risora is 67.88%. Male literacy is 75.60% and female literacy is 60.07%.