Raigudam - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Raigudam is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 285 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Patagudam serves as the Village Panchayat for Raigudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigudam is 540105. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.35 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 167 km away.
Raigudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raigudam
According to the 2011 Census, Raigudam village had a total population of 186 people, including 96 males and 90 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.32%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 52.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 44 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Raigudam
Raigudam 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 Raigudam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raigudam.
| 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 Warangal to Raigudam is about 167 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Raigudam is about 285 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigudam 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 Raigudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigudam 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 Raigudam
Where is Raigudam located?
Raigudam village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raigudam?
The Village Panchayat of Raigudam is Patagudam.
What is the pincode of Raigudam?
The pincode of Raigudam is 442504.
What is the population of Raigudam?
Raigudam had a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Raigudam?
Raigudam had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigudam was 57.32%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 52.50%.