Raipali - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Raipali is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipali is 415825. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipali
According to the 2011 Census, Raipali village had a total population of 537 people, including 247 males and 290 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.32%, with male literacy at 68.98% and female literacy at 45.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 404.
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 | 537 | 247 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 188 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 149 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 98 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Raipali
Raipali 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 Raipali
Raipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raipali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raipali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipali
Where is Raipali located?
Raipali village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipali is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Raipali?
The pincode of Raipali is 762100.
What is the population of Raipali?
Raipali had a total population of 537, including 247 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Raipali?
Raipali had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipali was 56.32%. Male literacy was 68.98% and female literacy was 45.42%.