Rairamachandrapur - Oupada, Balasore
Rairamachandrapur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Rairamachandrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rairamachandrapur is 393391. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rairamachandrapur 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.
Population of Rairamachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Rairamachandrapur village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 191 males and 187 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rairamachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 191 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 7 | - |
| Literate Population | 316 | 169 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rairamachandrapur
Rairamachandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sorisapala | North | 0.56 km |
| Dimirichua | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Chandratikara | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Mainsadali | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Nuaganbada | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Benagadia | West | 2.20 km |
| Kanhurai | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Gadasahi | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Dokantakhaira | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Mituani | South | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rairamachandrapur
Rairamachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Rairamachandrapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rairamachandrapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rairamachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rairamachandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rairamachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rairamachandrapur 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 Rairamachandrapur
Where is Rairamachandrapur located?
Rairamachandrapur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rairamachandrapur?
Rairamachandrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rairamachandrapur?
The pincode of Rairamachandrapur is 756048.
What is the population of Rairamachandrapur?
Rairamachandrapur has a total population of 378, including 191 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Rairamachandrapur?
There are 96 households in Rairamachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rairamachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rairamachandrapur is 83.60%. Male literacy is 88.48% and female literacy is 78.61%.