Raikera - Sitapur, Surguja
Raikera is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Raikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikera is 433456. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.37 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikera
As per Census 2011, Raikera village has a total population of 2,723 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,375 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,480 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,723 | 1,348 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 176 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,483 | 717 | 766 |
| Literate Population | 1,480 | 895 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 453 | 790 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamlaya | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Murta | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Bhusu | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Bhawradand | South | 2.54 km |
| Khadadorna | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Karabel | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Telaidhar | North | 3.10 km |
| Langda Sand | East | 3.63 km |
| Sontarai | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Vishunpur | North-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raikera
Raikera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 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 Sitapur to Raikera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Raikera is about 65 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raikera
Where is Raikera located?
Raikera village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja 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 497111.
What is the population of Raikera?
Raikera has a total population of 2,723, including 1,348 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Raikera?
There are 618 households in Raikera.
What is the literacy rate in Raikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikera is 54.35%. Male literacy is 66.39% and female literacy is 42.55%.