Raigadia - Gania, Nayagarh
Raigadia is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Chhamundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigadia is 405333. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Raigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigadia
As per Census 2011, Raigadia village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 126 males and 124 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 93 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 33 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Raigadia
Raigadia 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 Raigadia
Raigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Raigadia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Raigadia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raigadia
Where is Raigadia located?
Raigadia village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigadia is Chhamundia.
What is the pincode of Raigadia?
The pincode of Raigadia is 752085.
What is the population of Raigadia?
Raigadia has a total population of 250, including 126 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Raigadia?
There are 64 households in Raigadia.
What is the literacy rate in Raigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigadia is 57.20%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 40.32%.