Raitabahal - Barkot, Deogarh
Raitabahal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Barkot and around 55 km from Debagarh. Raitabahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitabahal is 382985. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Raitabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitabahal
As per Census 2011, Raitabahal village has a total population of 555 people, consisting of 302 males and 253 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raitabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 302 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 226 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 76 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Raitabahal
Raitabahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siripur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Talbahali | North | 1.42 km |
| Garagadbahal | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bandhanbania | South | 1.88 km |
| Telimunda | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Khairbania | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Badabagdari | East | 2.84 km |
| Jambunali | North | 3.74 km |
| Khandam | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Sanbagdari | East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raitabahal
Public transport in the Raitabahal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Debagarh to Raitabahal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Raitabahal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raitabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitabahal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raitabahal
Where is Raitabahal located?
Raitabahal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitabahal?
Raitabahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raitabahal?
The pincode of Raitabahal is 768110.
What is the population of Raitabahal?
Raitabahal has a total population of 555, including 302 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Raitabahal?
There are 164 households in Raitabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Raitabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitabahal is 67.75%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 59.29%.