Raibalsa - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Raibalsa is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raibalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raibalsa is 428682. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raibalsa 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 Raibalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Raibalsa village had a total population of 76 people, including 40 males and 36 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.94%, with male literacy at 17.65% and female literacy at 3.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Raibalsa
Raibalsa 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 Raibalsa
Raibalsa 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Raibalsa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Raibalsa is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raibalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raibalsa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raibalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raibalsa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raibalsa
Where is Raibalsa located?
Raibalsa village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raibalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Raibalsa is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Raibalsa?
The pincode of Raibalsa is 764014.
What is the population of Raibalsa?
Raibalsa had a total population of 76, including 40 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Raibalsa?
Raibalsa had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raibalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raibalsa was 10.94%. Male literacy was 17.65% and female literacy was 3.33%.