Raidiha - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Raidiha is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bharandia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidiha is 389061. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Raidiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidiha
According to the 2011 Census, Raidiha village had a total population of 153 people, including 81 males and 72 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.20%, with male literacy at 63.08% and female literacy at 38.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Raidiha
Raidiha 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 Raidiha
Raidiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raidiha.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Raidiha is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Raidiha is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidiha 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 km |
Health Facilities in Raidiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidiha 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 Raidiha
Where is Raidiha located?
Raidiha village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raidiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidiha is Bharandia.
What is the pincode of Raidiha?
The pincode of Raidiha is 757038.
What is the population of Raidiha?
Raidiha had a total population of 153, including 81 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Raidiha?
Raidiha had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidiha was 51.20%. Male literacy was 63.08% and female literacy was 38.33%.