Raipada - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Raipada is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipada is 416054. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipada
As per Census 2011, Raipada village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 147 males and 148 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 147 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 96 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 51 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Raipada
Raipada 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 Raipada
Public transport in the Raipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Raipada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raipada is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipada 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 Raipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipada
Where is Raipada located?
Raipada village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipada is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Raipada?
The pincode of Raipada is 762101.
What is the population of Raipada?
Raipada has a total population of 295, including 147 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Raipada?
There are 81 households in Raipada.
What is the literacy rate in Raipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipada is 53.22%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 41.22%.