Raidihi - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Raidihi is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kinjirkela and around 45 km from Sundargarh. Kusumura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidihi is 383962. The village covers a total geographical area of 834 hectares and falls under the 770015 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Raidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidihi
As per Census 2011, Raidihi village has a total population of 1,356 people, consisting of 651 males and 705 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,013 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raidihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 651 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,013 | 477 | 536 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 433 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 218 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Raidihi
Raidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukuridihi | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Gailo | East | 3.13 km |
| Jaisar | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Kushumara | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Kulba | South | 3.76 km |
| Bankibahal | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Gangpurgarh | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Rasipatra | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Karlaghati | South | 5.42 km |
| Dhenkigada | North-West | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raidihi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raidihi. The nearest railway station is Dharuadihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| 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 Sundargarh to Raidihi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Raidihi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidihi 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 Raidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidihi 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 Raidihi
Where is Raidihi located?
Raidihi village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidihi is Kusumura.
What is the pincode of Raidihi?
The pincode of Raidihi is 770015.
What is the population of Raidihi?
Raidihi has a total population of 1,356, including 651 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Raidihi?
There are 326 households in Raidihi.
What is the literacy rate in Raidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidihi is 61.28%. Male literacy is 66.51% and female literacy is 56.45%.