Raikia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Raikia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikia is 417542. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Raikia 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 Raikia
As per Census 2011, Raikia village has a total population of 7,809 people, consisting of 3,660 males and 4,149 females. The village has 1,749 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 848 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,931 literate and 1,878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,809 | 3,660 | 4,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 447 | 401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 259 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,590 | 1,533 | 2,057 |
| Literate Population | 5,931 | 2,943 | 2,988 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,878 | 717 | 1,161 |
Nearby Villages of Raikia
Raikia 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 Raikia
Raikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Raikia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raikia is about 65 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 Raikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raikia
Where is Raikia located?
Raikia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikia?
Raikia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raikia?
The pincode of Raikia is 762101.
What is the population of Raikia?
Raikia has a total population of 7,809, including 3,660 males and 4,149 females.
How many households are there in Raikia?
There are 1,749 households in Raikia.
What is the literacy rate in Raikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikia is 75.95%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 72.02%.