Raijhara - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Raijhara is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Pangatira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raijhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raijhara is 402233. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 759029 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Raijhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raijhara
As per Census 2011, Raijhara village has a total population of 1 people. The village has 1 households. The village has 1 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raijhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
Nearby Villages of Raijhara
Raijhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akhupal | West | 1.25 km |
| Mahanpasi | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Rangathali | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Jamunali | North | 2.18 km |
| Bautinali | North | 3.13 km |
| Raghunathapur | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Jharana Bahali | South | 3.74 km |
| Domuhani | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Tipeijharan | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Solagan | North | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raijhara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raijhara. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Raijhara is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Raijhara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raijhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raijhara 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 Raijhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raijhara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raijhara
Where is Raijhara located?
Raijhara village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raijhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Raijhara is Pangatira.
What is the pincode of Raijhara?
The pincode of Raijhara is 759029.
How many households are there in Raijhara?
There are 1 households in Raijhara.