Raiganda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Raiganda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiganda is 428761. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Raiganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiganda
As per Census 2011, Raiganda village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 27 males and 27 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Raiganda
Raiganda 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 Raiganda
Public transport in the Raiganda 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 Rayagada to Raiganda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Raiganda is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raiganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raiganda
Where is Raiganda located?
Raiganda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiganda is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Raiganda?
The pincode of Raiganda is 764027.
What is the population of Raiganda?
Raiganda has a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Raiganda?
There are 10 households in Raiganda.
What is the literacy rate in Raiganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiganda is 7.41%. Male literacy is 11.11% and female literacy is 3.70%.