Raidalia - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Raidalia is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidalia is 415586. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Raidalia 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 Raidalia
According to the 2011 Census, Raidalia village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.37%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Raidalia
Raidalia 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 Raidalia
Public transport in the Raidalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Raidalia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raidalia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raidalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raidalia
Where is Raidalia located?
Raidalia village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raidalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidalia is Arapaju.
What is the pincode of Raidalia?
The pincode of Raidalia is 762012.
What is the population of Raidalia?
Raidalia had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Raidalia?
Raidalia had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidalia was 47.37%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 17.65%.