Raigochha - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Raigochha is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from Tarasingi and around 135 km from Chatrapur. Domuhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigochha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigochha is 410268. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Raigochha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigochha
As per Census 2011, Raigochha village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 297 males and 282 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigochha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 297 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 154 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 238 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 59 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Raigochha
Raigochha 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 Raigochha
Raigochha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Raigochha is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Raigochha is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigochha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigochha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raigochha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigochha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raigochha
Where is Raigochha located?
Raigochha village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigochha?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigochha is Domuhani.
What is the pincode of Raigochha?
The pincode of Raigochha is 761131.
What is the population of Raigochha?
Raigochha has a total population of 579, including 297 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Raigochha?
There are 126 households in Raigochha.
What is the literacy rate in Raigochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigochha is 65.98%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 51.06%.