Raya

Raya is a village located in Jarada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Jarada (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Samantarapur is the gram panchayat of Raya village.

Raya has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raya is 413335. The village spans a total geographical area of 24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761005. Brahmapur is nearest town to Raya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Raya

Below is a concise population overview of Raya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 86 43 43
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 10 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 76 35 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 36 23 13
Illiterate Population 50 20 30

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raya village:

  • The total population of Raya village is around 86, including approximately 43 males and 43 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Raya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raya village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raya village is about 41.86%, with male literacy at 53.49% and female literacy at 30.23%.
  • There are around 20 households in Raya village.

Connectivity of Raya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raya. As per the 2011 stats, Raya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raya

Knowing the nearby villages of Raya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raya.

Khajuria Kandhabijayapur Kutumbari Khariabellapada Narayanpur Panchamba Jamapadar Haripur Koinphulia Talapadar Gudipadar

Frequently Asked Questions about Raya

Where is Raya located?
Raya village is situated in Jarada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Samantarapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raya?
The pincode of Raya is 761005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raya is 86, with 43 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raya village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raya is 41.86%. The male literacy rate is 53.49%, while the female literacy rate is 30.23%.