Raikadkacha - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Raikadkacha is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikadkacha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikadkacha is 388147. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 757033 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Raikadkacha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikadkacha
According to the 2011 Census, Raikadkacha village had a total population of 232 people, including 117 males and 115 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 58.43% and female literacy at 36.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 232 | 117 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 65 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Raikadkacha
Raikadkacha 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 Raikadkacha
Public transport in the Raikadkacha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raikadkacha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Raikadkacha is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Raikadkacha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikadkacha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikadkacha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raikadkacha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikadkacha 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 Raikadkacha
Where is Raikadkacha located?
Raikadkacha village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikadkacha?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikadkacha is Asana.
What is the pincode of Raikadkacha?
The pincode of Raikadkacha is 757033.
What is the population of Raikadkacha?
Raikadkacha had a total population of 232, including 117 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Raikadkacha?
Raikadkacha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikadkacha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikadkacha was 47.06%. Male literacy was 58.43% and female literacy was 36.73%.