Rael - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Rael is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Rairakhol and around 101 km from Sambalpur. Ghosaramal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rael village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rael is 382400. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Rael village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rael
As per Census 2011, Rael village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 266 males and 263 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rael are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 266 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 165 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 101 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Rael
Rael 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 Rael
Public transport in the Rael is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Rael is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Rael is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rael
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rael 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 Rael
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rael 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 Rael
Where is Rael located?
Rael village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rael?
The Gram Panchayat of Rael is Ghosaramal.
What is the pincode of Rael?
The pincode of Rael is 768106.
What is the population of Rael?
Rael has a total population of 529, including 266 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Rael?
There are 114 households in Rael.
What is the literacy rate in Rael?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rael is 51.42%. Male literacy is 62.03% and female literacy is 40.68%.