Righa - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Righa is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Ghagarbeda and around 147 km from Baripada. Panpatria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Righa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Righa is 388770. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Righa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Righa
As per Census 2011, Righa village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 554 males and 523 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Righa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 554 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 282 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 347 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 207 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Righa
Righa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhelianali | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Solgada | East | 1.34 km |
| Khuntiapada | North | 2.02 km |
| Fagu | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Panapaturia | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Barla | North | 2.43 km |
| Raikala | South | 3.13 km |
| Sagada | South | 3.25 km |
| Hindola | East | 3.28 km |
| Sarasapasi | South-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Righa
Righa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dangoaposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karanjia to Righa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Righa is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Righa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Righa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Righa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Righa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Righa
Where is Righa located?
Righa village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Righa?
The Gram Panchayat of Righa is Panpatria.
What is the pincode of Righa?
The pincode of Righa is 757035.
What is the population of Righa?
Righa has a total population of 1,077, including 554 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Righa?
There are 249 households in Righa.
What is the literacy rate in Righa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Righa is 55.52%. Male literacy is 62.64% and female literacy is 47.99%.