Raida - Rayagada, Gajapati
Raida is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Jalango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raida is 414745. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 761213 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raida 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 Raida
As per Census 2011, Raida village has a total population of 22 people, consisting of 10 males and 12 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Raida
Raida 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 Raida
Public transport in the Raida is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Raida is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Raida is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raida 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 Raida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raida 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 Raida
Where is Raida located?
Raida village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raida?
The Gram Panchayat of Raida is Jalango.
What is the pincode of Raida?
The pincode of Raida is 761213.
What is the population of Raida?
Raida has a total population of 22, including 10 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Raida?
There are 6 households in Raida.
What is the literacy rate in Raida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raida is 40.91%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.