Raidandia Village - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Raidandia is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidandia is 391056. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raidandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidandia
As per Census 2011, Raidandia village has a total population of 1,243 people, consisting of 637 males and 606 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 699 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raidandia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 637 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 183 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 349 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 439 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 198 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Raidandia
Raidandia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotraipur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Siripur | East | 1.59 km |
| Dutikadeipur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South | 2.00 km |
| Teldihudi | East | 2.18 km |
| Badbadi | South | 2.45 km |
| Beguniadiha | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Rangamatia | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Mauda | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Purunapani | West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raidandia
Raidandia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.8 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 Udala to Raidandia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Raidandia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raidandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidandia 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 Raidandia
Where is Raidandia located?
Raidandia village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidandia is Khaladi.
What is the pincode of Raidandia?
The pincode of Raidandia is 757041.
What is the population of Raidandia?
Raidandia has a total population of 1,243, including 637 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Raidandia?
There are 302 households in Raidandia.
What is the literacy rate in Raidandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidandia is 62.03%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 54.79%.