Raigadia - Khaira, Balasore
Raigadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Gagandhuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigadia is 393565. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Raigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Raigadia village had a total population of 275 people, including 131 males and 144 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.11%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 275 | 131 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Raigadia
Raigadia 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 Raigadia
Raigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raigadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Raigadia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raigadia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigadia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raigadia
Where is Raigadia located?
Raigadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigadia is Gagandhuli.
What is the pincode of Raigadia?
The pincode of Raigadia is 756048.
What is the population of Raigadia?
Raigadia had a total population of 275, including 131 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Raigadia?
Raigadia had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigadia was 83.11%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 78.33%.