Raidanka - Baliapal, Balasore
Raidanka is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Baliapal and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidanka is 391942. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Raidanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidanka
According to the 2011 Census, Raidanka village had a total population of 503 people, including 265 males and 238 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 88.31% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 503 | 265 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 204 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 61 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Raidanka
Raidanka 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 Raidanka
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Raidanka is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raidanka is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Raidanka
Where is Raidanka located?
Raidanka village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raidanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidanka is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Raidanka?
The pincode of Raidanka is 756023.
What is the population of Raidanka?
Raidanka had a total population of 503, including 265 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Raidanka?
Raidanka had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidanka was 77.85%. Male literacy was 88.31% and female literacy was 66.18%.