Raipal - Nilagiri, Balasore
Raipal is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Nilagiri and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Ajodhya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipal is 393126. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Raipal
Raipal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naduapala | East | 1.40 km |
| Durgapur | North | 1.47 km |
| Birasahupur | North | 1.79 km |
| Kansa | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Ajodhya | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Mangalapala | East | 2.65 km |
| Bhaunriabad | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Kathapal | East | 3.00 km |
| Tindesh | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Purunagan | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipal
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Raipal. The nearest railway station is Balasore, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Raipal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raipal is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Raipal
Where is Raipal located?
Raipal village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipal is Ajodhya.
What is the pincode of Raipal?
The pincode of Raipal is 756020.