Raygarh - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Raygarh is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raygarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raygarh is 338820. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.08 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town.
Raygarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raygarh
According to the 2011 Census, Raygarh village had a total population of 344 people, including 176 males and 168 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.26%, with male literacy at 94.97% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 344 | 176 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 151 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Raygarh
Raygarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathra | West | 0.85 km |
| Chuasol | North | 0.96 km |
| Amlatora | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Chakajharia | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Tushphela | East | 1.39 km |
| Dubrusol | South | 1.54 km |
| Mankuri | North | 1.81 km |
| Janigari | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Khandibandh | West | 1.96 km |
| Muchibere | North-West | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raygarh
Raygarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Raygarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raygarh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raygarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raygarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raygarh
Where is Raygarh located?
Raygarh village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raygarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Raygarh is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Raygarh?
The pincode of Raygarh is 721147.
What is the population of Raygarh?
Raygarh had a total population of 344, including 176 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Raygarh?
Raygarh had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raygarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raygarh was 86.26%. Male literacy was 94.97% and female literacy was 77.27%.