Raba - Mohana, Gajapati
Raba is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Adva and around 148 km from Paralakhemundi. Raipanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raba is 413633. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Raba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raba
According to the 2011 Census, Raba village had a total population of 269 people, including 119 males and 150 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,261 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.40%, with male literacy at 78.26% and female literacy at 31.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 269 | 119 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 109 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 72 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 47 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Raba
Raba 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 Raba
Raba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Raba has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Raba is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Raba is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raba 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 Raba
Where is Raba located?
Raba village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raba?
The Gram Panchayat of Raba is Raipanka.
What is the pincode of Raba?
The pincode of Raba is 761217.
What is the population of Raba?
Raba had a total population of 269, including 119 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Raba?
Raba had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raba was 51.40%. Male literacy was 78.26% and female literacy was 31.15%.