Raichua - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Raichua is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Ankelbira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raichua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raichua is 383623. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 770075 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raichua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Raichua
According to the 2011 Census, Raichua village had a total population of 363 people, including 209 males and 154 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 737 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.03%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 363 | 209 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 98 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 163 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 46 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Raichua
Raichua 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 Raichua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raichua. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raichua.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Raichua is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Raichua is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raichua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raichua 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 Raichua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raichua 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 Raichua
Where is Raichua located?
Raichua village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raichua?
The Gram Panchayat of Raichua is Ankelbira.
What is the pincode of Raichua?
The pincode of Raichua is 770075.
What is the population of Raichua?
Raichua had a total population of 363, including 209 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Raichua?
Raichua had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raichua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raichua was 84.03%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 74.07%.