Raikelaposh - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Raikelaposh is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gurundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikelaposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikelaposh is 385017. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Raikelaposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikelaposh
According to the 2011 Census, Raikelaposh village had a total population of 316 people, including 163 males and 153 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.67%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 163 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 163 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 61 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Raikelaposh
Raikelaposh 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 Raikelaposh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raikelaposh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Raikelaposh is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Raikelaposh is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikelaposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikelaposh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raikelaposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikelaposh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raikelaposh
Where is Raikelaposh located?
Raikelaposh village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikelaposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikelaposh is Gurundia.
What is the pincode of Raikelaposh?
The pincode of Raikelaposh is 770043.
What is the population of Raikelaposh?
Raikelaposh had a total population of 316, including 163 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Raikelaposh?
Raikelaposh had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikelaposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikelaposh was 67.67%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 60.94%.