Raikona - Sarsiwa, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Raikona is a village situated in the Sarsiwa tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Bilaigarh and around 185 km from Raipur. Raikona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikona is 444385. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.91 hectares and falls under the 493559 pincode. Bilaigarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raikona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikona
According to the 2011 Census, Raikona village had a total population of 2,765 people, including 1,350 males and 1,415 females, living in 631 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.70%, with male literacy at 84.20% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 778, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 2,765 | 1,350 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 365 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 986 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 364 | 700 |
Nearby Villages of Raikona
Raikona 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 Raikona
Raikona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bilaigarh to Raikona is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Raikona is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikona 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 Raikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raikona
Where is Raikona located?
Raikona village is located in Sarsiwa Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raikona?
Raikona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raikona?
The pincode of Raikona is 493559.
What is the population of Raikona?
Raikona had a total population of 2,765, including 1,350 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Raikona?
Raikona had 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikona was 70.70%. Male literacy was 84.20% and female literacy was 57.89%.