Raisuan - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Raisuan is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Telkoi and around 110 km from Kendujhar. Raisuan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raisuan is 386452. The village covers a total geographical area of 529 hectares and falls under the 758013 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Raisuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raisuan
As per Census 2011, Raisuan village has a total population of 1,000 people, consisting of 524 males and 476 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 750 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raisuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 524 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 750 | 388 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 442 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 82 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Raisuan
Raisuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Birabarpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Merda | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Ranibeda | West | 2.66 km |
| Padiapasi | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Patakhali | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Sunduria | North | 4.02 km |
| Kulanga | West | 4.06 km |
| Samakuda | South | 4.20 km |
| Kiritanapur | South | 4.47 km |
| Rodang | South-East | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raisuan
Public transport in the Raisuan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chilikidara, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kendujhar to Raisuan is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Raisuan is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raisuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raisuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raisuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raisuan 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 Raisuan
Where is Raisuan located?
Raisuan village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raisuan?
Raisuan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raisuan?
The pincode of Raisuan is 758013.
What is the population of Raisuan?
Raisuan has a total population of 1,000, including 524 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Raisuan?
There are 143 households in Raisuan.
What is the literacy rate in Raisuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raisuan is 77.10%. Male literacy is 84.35% and female literacy is 69.12%.