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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raisia
According to the 2011 Census, Raisia village had a total population of 1,468 people, including 761 males and 707 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.23%, with male literacy at 67.89% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 942.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,468, including 761 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Raisia?
Raisia had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raisia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raisia was 64.23%. Male literacy was 67.89% and female literacy was 60.34%.