Raipur - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Raipur is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Raitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 402653. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raipur 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 Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 365 people, including 192 males and 173 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 82.42% and female literacy at 58.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 365 | 192 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 136 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 56 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur 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 Raipur
Public transport in the Raipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuban to Raipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Raipur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raitala.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 759016.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 365, including 192 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 71.20%. Male literacy was 82.42% and female literacy was 58.94%.