Risigaon

Risigaon is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Risigaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Risigaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Risigaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Risigaon is 423397. The village spans a total geographical area of 356 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Risigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Risigaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Risigaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,044 529 515
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 150 82 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 330 159 171
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 291 145 146
Literate Population 476 299 177
Illiterate Population 568 230 338

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

  • The total population of Risigaon village is around 1,044, including approximately 529 males and 515 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Risigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Risigaon village has 330 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 291 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Risigaon village is about 45.59%, with male literacy at 56.52% and female literacy at 34.37%.
  • There are around 271 households in Risigaon village.

Connectivity of Risigaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Risigaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Risigaon

Where is Risigaon located?
Risigaon village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Risigaon?
Risigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Risigaon?
The pincode of Risigaon is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Risigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Risigaon is 1,044, with 529 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Risigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Risigaon village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Risigaon is 45.59%. The male literacy rate is 56.52%, while the female literacy rate is 34.37%.