Raila - Mada, Singrauli
Raila is a village situated in the Mada tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Singrauli and around 25 km from Singrauli. Raila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raila is 503912. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.76 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raila
According to the 2011 Census, Raila village had a total population of 2,639 people, including 1,374 males and 1,265 females, living in 483 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.12%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 48.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 2,639 | 1,374 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 254 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 185 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 878 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 496 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Raila
Raila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karsua Raja | South | 1.28 km |
| Chaura | East | 1.79 km |
| Khokhari | North | 2.39 km |
| Malga | South | 2.47 km |
| Sakhauha | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Karsualal | West | 3.33 km |
| Churwahi | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Kotiya | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Betariya | South | 3.87 km |
| Rajmelan | East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raila
Raila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deoragram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Singrauli to Raila is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raila 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raila 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raila
Where is Raila located?
Raila village is located in Mada Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raila?
Raila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raila?
The pincode of Raila is 486889.
What is the population of Raila?
Raila had a total population of 2,639, including 1,374 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Raila?
Raila had 483 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raila was 64.12%. Male literacy was 78.39% and female literacy was 48.75%.