Raisia - Kolebira, Simdega
Raisia is a village situated in the Kolebira subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolebira and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Rainsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raisia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raisia is 376641. The village covers a total geographical area of 1331 hectares and falls under the 835211 pincode.
Raisia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raisia
As per Census 2011, Raisia village has a total population of 1,468 people, consisting of 761 males and 707 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 942 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raisia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 761 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 215 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 942 | 496 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 427 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 334 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Raisia
Raisia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keyondpani | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Takba | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Tutikel | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Sirikonde Kera | North | 3.34 km |
| Bongram | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Bokba | West | 3.69 km |
| Kinbira | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Shahpur Kondekera | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Kalhatoli | East | 5.23 km |
| Sokorla | South-East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raisia
Public transport in the Raisia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanaroan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Simdega to Raisia is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raisia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raisia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raisia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raisia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raisia
Where is Raisia located?
Raisia village is located in Kolebira Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raisia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raisia is Rainsiya.
What is the pincode of Raisia?
The pincode of Raisia is 835211.
What is the population of Raisia?
Raisia has a total population of 1,468, including 761 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Raisia?
There are 281 households in Raisia.
What is the literacy rate in Raisia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raisia is 53.34%. Male literacy is 56.11% and female literacy is 50.35%.