Raiba - Kamdara, Gumla
Raiba is a village situated in the Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamdara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Kamdara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiba is 375860. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 835325 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Raiba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiba
As per Census 2011, Raiba village has a total population of 711 people, consisting of 364 males and 347 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 565 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 364 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 293 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 257 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 107 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Raiba
Raiba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turbul | South | 1.58 km |
| Kotbo | East | 2.42 km |
| Konsa | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Haphu | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Kajra | West | 2.86 km |
| Arahara | East | 3.70 km |
| Roykera | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Surhu | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Kamdara | South | 4.35 km |
| Sonmer | East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiba
Raiba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakaspur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Raiba is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raiba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiba 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 Raiba
Where is Raiba located?
Raiba village is located in Kamdara Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiba?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiba is Kamdara.
What is the pincode of Raiba?
The pincode of Raiba is 835325.
What is the population of Raiba?
Raiba has a total population of 711, including 364 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Raiba?
There are 132 households in Raiba.
What is the literacy rate in Raiba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiba is 62.45%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 53.89%.