Raipal - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Raipal is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Karamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipal is 402639. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Raipal
According to the 2011 Census, Raipal village had a total population of 316 people, including 162 males and 154 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 69.18% and female literacy at 53.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 316 | 162 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 101 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 61 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Raipal
Raipal 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 Raipal
Public transport in the Raipal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Raipal is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipal
Where is Raipal located?
Raipal village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipal is Karamul.
What is the pincode of Raipal?
The pincode of Raipal is 759016.
What is the population of Raipal?
Raipal had a total population of 316, including 162 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Raipal?
Raipal had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipal was 61.51%. Male literacy was 69.18% and female literacy was 53.03%.