Raigadi - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Raigadi is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bangara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigadi is 390789. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raigadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigadi
According to the 2011 Census, Raigadi village had a total population of 233 people, including 119 males and 114 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.49%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 61 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Raigadi
Raigadi 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 Raigadi
Public transport in the Raigadi 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 Udala to Raigadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Raigadi is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raigadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raigadi
Where is Raigadi located?
Raigadi village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raigadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigadi is Bangara.
What is the pincode of Raigadi?
The pincode of Raigadi is 757019.
What is the population of Raigadi?
Raigadi had a total population of 233, including 119 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Raigadi?
Raigadi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigadi was 49.49%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 40.00%.