Raipalli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Raipalli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Tarasingi and around 112 km from Chatrapur. Baruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipalli is 410322. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Raipalli 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 Raipalli
As per Census 2011, Raipalli village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 916 males and 854 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 916 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 118 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 604 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 312 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Raipalli
Raipalli 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 Raipalli
Raipalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Raipalli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Raipalli is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipalli
Where is Raipalli located?
Raipalli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipalli is Baruda.
What is the pincode of Raipalli?
The pincode of Raipalli is 761131.
What is the population of Raipalli?
Raipalli has a total population of 1,770, including 916 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Raipalli?
There are 369 households in Raipalli.
What is the literacy rate in Raipalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipalli is 58.19%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 49.88%.