Raikana

Raikana is a village located in Brahmanigaon tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmanigaon (tehsildar office) and 159km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Katingia is the gram panchayat of Raikana village.

Raikana has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 Raikana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raikana is 417293. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762021. Digapahandi is nearest town to Raikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.

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Population of Raikana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 304 152 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 63 33 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 129 63 66
Literate Population 123 74 49
Illiterate Population 181 78 103

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

  • The total population of Raikana village is around 304, including approximately 152 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Raikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raikana village has 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raikana village is about 40.46%, with male literacy at 48.68% and female literacy at 32.24%.
  • There are around 78 households in Raikana village.

Connectivity of Raikana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raikana. As per the 2011 stats, Raikana 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raikana

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

Tiargan Padmapur Kutruka Baraguda Adibanga Gudikupa Gudikia Garadamaha Kutilagan Kinarigan Nuagan

Frequently Asked Questions about Raikana

Where is Raikana located?
Raikana village is situated in Brahmanigaon Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikana is Katingia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raikana?
The pincode of Raikana is 762021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikana is 304, with 152 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Raikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raikana village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikana is 40.46%. The male literacy rate is 48.68%, while the female literacy rate is 32.24%.