Raital - Debagarh, Deogarh
Raital is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Debagarh and around 32 km from Debagarh. Jharagogua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raital village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raital is 382616. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Raital 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 Raital
According to the 2011 Census, Raital village had a total population of 411 people, including 206 males and 205 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.75%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 59.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 411 | 206 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 146 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 60 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Raital
Raital 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 Raital
Raital is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kochinda to Raital is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Raital is about 32 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 Raital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raital village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raital village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raital
Where is Raital located?
Raital village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raital?
The Gram Panchayat of Raital is Jharagogua.
What is the pincode of Raital?
The pincode of Raital is 768108.
What is the population of Raital?
Raital had a total population of 411, including 206 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Raital?
Raital had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raital was 70.75%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 59.67%.