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
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 192 males and 173 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 192 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 365, including 192 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 95 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 61.64%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 51.45%.