Raygadh - Nizar, Tapi
Raygadh is a village situated in the Nizar taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Raygadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raygadh is 524491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1862.78 hectares and falls under the 394370 pincode. Nandarbar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raygadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raygadh
According to the 2011 Census, Raygadh village had a total population of 7,483 people, including 3,730 males and 3,753 females, living in 1,634 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 51.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,986.
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 | 7,483 | 3,730 | 3,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 972 | 491 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,986 | 3,486 | 3,500 |
| Literate Population | 4,030 | 2,353 | 1,677 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,453 | 1,377 | 2,076 |
Nearby Villages of Raygadh
Raygadh 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 Raygadh
Raygadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandarbar to Raygadh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Raygadh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raygadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raygadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raygadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raygadh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raygadh
Where is Raygadh located?
Raygadh village is located in Nizar Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raygadh?
Raygadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raygadh?
The pincode of Raygadh is 394370.
What is the population of Raygadh?
Raygadh had a total population of 7,483, including 3,730 males and 3,753 females.
How many households are there in Raygadh?
Raygadh had 1,634 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raygadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raygadh was 61.90%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 51.25%.