Raya - Patrapur, Ganjam
Raya is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from Jarada and around 82 km from Chatrapur. Samantarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raya is 413335. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Raya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raya
As per Census 2011, Raya village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 43 males and 43 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Raya
Raya 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 Raya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Raya is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Raya is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raya 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 Raya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raya
Where is Raya located?
Raya village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Samantarapur.
What is the pincode of Raya?
The pincode of Raya is 761005.
What is the population of Raya?
Raya has a total population of 86, including 43 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Raya?
There are 20 households in Raya.
What is the literacy rate in Raya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raya is 41.86%. Male literacy is 53.49% and female literacy is 30.23%.