Raiguda - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Raiguda is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Gunupur and around 60 km from Rayagada . Ukkamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiguda is 426718. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.3 hectares and falls under the 765024 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Raiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiguda
As per Census 2011, Raiguda village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 249 males and 231 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 249 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 228 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 124 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 125 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Raiguda
Raiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tikarapada | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Serama | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Kinjamguda | North | 2.28 km |
| Jhara | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Ukkamba | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Bhamini | East | 3.03 km |
| Khilingirai | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Limapadar | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Mukudipadar | East | 3.95 km |
| Penkambhadra | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiguda
Raiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Raiguda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Raiguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raiguda
Where is Raiguda located?
Raiguda village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiguda is Ukkamba.
What is the pincode of Raiguda?
The pincode of Raiguda is 765024.
What is the population of Raiguda?
Raiguda has a total population of 480, including 249 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Raiguda?
There are 125 households in Raiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Raiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiguda is 41.88%. Male literacy is 49.80% and female literacy is 33.33%.