Raelpeta - Kashipur, Rayagada
Raelpeta is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raelpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raelpeta is 425790. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Raelpeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raelpeta
As per Census 2011, Raelpeta village has a total population of 521 people, consisting of 248 males and 273 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raelpeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 248 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 55 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 95 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 153 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Raelpeta
Raelpeta 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 Raelpeta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raelpeta.
| 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 Rayagada to Raelpeta is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Raelpeta is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raelpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raelpeta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raelpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raelpeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raelpeta
Where is Raelpeta located?
Raelpeta village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raelpeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Raelpeta is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Raelpeta?
The pincode of Raelpeta is 765015.
What is the population of Raelpeta?
Raelpeta has a total population of 521, including 248 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Raelpeta?
There are 133 households in Raelpeta.
What is the literacy rate in Raelpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raelpeta is 25.91%. Male literacy is 38.31% and female literacy is 14.65%.