Rajing - Harabhanga, Boudh
Rajing is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Puruna Katak and around 33 km from Baudh. Purunakatak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajing is 418622. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Rajing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajing
According to the 2011 Census, Rajing village had a total population of 315 people, including 161 males and 154 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.95%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 110 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 51 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Rajing
Rajing 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 Rajing
Public transport in the Rajing is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baudhgarh to Rajing is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Rajing is about 33 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 Rajing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajing 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 Rajing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rajing
Where is Rajing located?
Rajing village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajing?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajing is Purunakatak.
What is the pincode of Rajing?
The pincode of Rajing is 762013.
What is the population of Rajing?
Rajing had a total population of 315, including 161 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Rajing?
Rajing had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajing was 62.95%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 48.15%.