Raikhol - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Raikhol is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Belaghar and around 165 km from Phulbani. Jhiripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikhol is 417024. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Raikhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikhol
According to the 2011 Census, Raikhol village had a total population of 32 people, including 15 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.17%, with male literacy at 9.09% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Raikhol
Raikhol 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 Raikhol
Public transport in the Raikhol 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 >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 Raikhol is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Raikhol is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikhol 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 Raikhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikhol 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 Raikhol
Where is Raikhol located?
Raikhol village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikhol is Jhiripani.
What is the pincode of Raikhol?
The pincode of Raikhol is 762107.
What is the population of Raikhol?
Raikhol had a total population of 32, including 15 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Raikhol?
Raikhol had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikhol was 4.17%. Male literacy was 9.09% and female literacy was 0.00%.