Raigaon - Lonar, Buldhana
Raigaon is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Lonar and around 110 km from Buldana. Raigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigaon is 529590. The village covers a total geographical area of 859.01 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Raigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigaon
As per Census 2011, Raigaon village has a total population of 1,805 people, consisting of 947 males and 858 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,805 | 947 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 130 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 707 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 240 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Raigaon
Raigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri Barda | South | 2.47 km |
| Nandra | North | 2.64 km |
| Gandhari | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Sawargaon Mundhe | East | 3.72 km |
| Ban | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Bhiwapur | North | 4.60 km |
| Belkheda | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Titavi | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Dhanora Banjara | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Wazar Bk | South-West | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raigaon
Raigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satuna, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 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 Lonar to Raigaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Raigaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raigaon
Where is Raigaon located?
Raigaon village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigaon?
Raigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raigaon?
The pincode of Raigaon is 443302.
What is the population of Raigaon?
Raigaon has a total population of 1,805, including 947 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Raigaon?
There are 421 households in Raigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Raigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigaon is 64.10%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 52.45%.