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
According to the 2011 Census, Raigadia village had a total population of 250 people, including 126 males and 124 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.82%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 48.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 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 had a total population of 250, including 126 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Raigadia?
Raigadia had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigadia was 66.82%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 48.54%.