Raiguda - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Raiguda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 75 km from Chatrapur. Bomakai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiguda is 412932. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Raiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiguda
As per Census 2011, Raiguda village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 68 males and 63 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 52 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Raiguda
Raiguda 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 Raiguda
Raiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Raiguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Raiguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiguda 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 Raiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiguda 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 Raiguda
Where is Raiguda located?
Raiguda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiguda is Bomakai.
What is the pincode of Raiguda?
The pincode of Raiguda is 761042.
What is the population of Raiguda?
Raiguda has a total population of 131, including 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Raiguda?
There are 38 households in Raiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Raiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiguda is 60.31%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 42.86%.