Raipal - Chhendipada, Angul
Raipal is a village situated in the Chhendipada tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Chhendipada and around 52 km from Anugul . Patapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipal is 404393. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 759141 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Raipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhendipada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipal
According to the 2011 Census, Raipal village had a total population of 339 people, including 183 males and 156 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.76%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 339 | 183 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 147 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 36 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Raipal
Raipal 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 Raipal
Raipal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anugul to Raipal is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Raipal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raipal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipal
Where is Raipal located?
Raipal village is located in Chhendipada Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipal is Patapada.
What is the pincode of Raipal?
The pincode of Raipal is 759141.
What is the population of Raipal?
Raipal had a total population of 339, including 183 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Raipal?
Raipal had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipal was 78.76%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 66.20%.