Raigurpur - Kanas, Puri
Raigurpur is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Gadisagada and around 45 km from Puri. Dibyasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigurpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigurpur is 410082. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 752019 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raigurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigurpur
As per Census 2011, Raigurpur village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 371 males and 337 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigurpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 371 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 267 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 104 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Raigurpur
Raigurpur 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 Raigurpur
Raigurpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Raigurpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Raigurpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigurpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raigurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigurpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raigurpur
Where is Raigurpur located?
Raigurpur village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigurpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigurpur is Dibyasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Raigurpur?
The pincode of Raigurpur is 752019.
What is the population of Raigurpur?
Raigurpur has a total population of 708, including 371 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Raigurpur?
There are 143 households in Raigurpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raigurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigurpur is 65.25%. Male literacy is 71.97% and female literacy is 57.86%.