Raidurga - Lingasugur, Raichur
Raidurga is a village situated in the Lingasugur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Lingsugur and around 116 km from Raichur. Paidoddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidurga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidurga is 600455. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.95 hectares and falls under the 584139 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Raidurga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidurga
As per Census 2011, Raidurga village has a total population of 1,429 people, consisting of 702 males and 727 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 573 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raidurga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 702 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 145 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 286 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 231 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 471 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Raidurga
Raidurga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanmankal | North | 1.33 km |
| Aidbhavi | West | 3.56 km |
| Gurgunta | South | 3.69 km |
| Gadgi | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Golpalli | East | 5.06 km |
| Benchigaddi | West | 5.90 km |
| Paramapur | South-West | 5.91 km |
| Ramalooti | West | 6.11 km |
| Chikaldoddi | South | 6.60 km |
| Kekkera | North | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raidurga
Raidurga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| 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 Lingsugur to Raidurga is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Raidurga is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidurga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidurga 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 Raidurga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidurga 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 Raidurga
Where is Raidurga located?
Raidurga village is located in Lingasugur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidurga?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidurga is Paidoddi.
What is the pincode of Raidurga?
The pincode of Raidurga is 584139.
What is the population of Raidurga?
Raidurga has a total population of 1,429, including 702 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Raidurga?
There are 217 households in Raidurga.
What is the literacy rate in Raidurga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidurga is 25.82%. Male literacy is 32.91% and female literacy is 18.98%.