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
As per Census 2011, Raipal village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 183 males and 156 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 183 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 339, including 183 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Raipal?
There are 74 households in Raipal.
What is the literacy rate in Raipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipal is 71.09%. Male literacy is 80.33% and female literacy is 60.26%.