Raijanga - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Raijanga is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raijanga is 397363. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Raijanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raijanga
According to the 2011 Census, Raijanga village had a total population of 211 people, including 109 males and 102 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.07%, with male literacy at 99.03% and female literacy at 86.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Raijanga
Raijanga 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 Raijanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raijanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jagatsinghapur to Raijanga is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raijanga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raijanga 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 Raijanga
Where is Raijanga located?
Raijanga village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Raijanga is Krushnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Raijanga?
The pincode of Raijanga is 754138.
What is the population of Raijanga?
Raijanga had a total population of 211, including 109 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Raijanga?
Raijanga had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raijanga was 93.07%. Male literacy was 99.03% and female literacy was 86.87%.