Raibhanja - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Raibhanja is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pikaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raibhanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raibhanja is 415973. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Raibhanja 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 Raibhanja
According to the 2011 Census, Raibhanja village had a total population of 178 people, including 76 males and 102 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,342 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.13%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 48.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 178 | 76 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 26 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Raibhanja
Raibhanja 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 Raibhanja
Raibhanja 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 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 Raibhanja is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raibhanja is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raibhanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raibhanja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raibhanja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raibhanja 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raibhanja
Where is Raibhanja located?
Raibhanja village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raibhanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Raibhanja is Pikaradi.
What is the pincode of Raibhanja?
The pincode of Raibhanja is 762010.
What is the population of Raibhanja?
Raibhanja had a total population of 178, including 76 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Raibhanja?
Raibhanja had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raibhanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raibhanja was 58.13%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 48.31%.