Raygatta - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Raygatta is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Khandla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raygatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raygatta is 539910. The village covers a total geographical area of 595 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 148 km away.
Raygatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raygatta
As per Census 2011, Raygatta village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 181 males and 175 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raygatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 121 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 60 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Raygatta
Raygatta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raygatta
Raygatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Raygatta is about 148 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raygatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raygatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raygatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raygatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raygatta
Where is Raygatta located?
Raygatta village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raygatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Raygatta is Khandla.
What is the pincode of Raygatta?
The pincode of Raygatta is 442709.
What is the population of Raygatta?
Raygatta has a total population of 356, including 181 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Raygatta?
There are 93 households in Raygatta.
What is the literacy rate in Raygatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raygatta is 60.67%. Male literacy is 66.85% and female literacy is 54.29%.