Raksaur - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Raksaur is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raksaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksaur is 246642. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 802351 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raksaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raksaur
According to the 2011 Census, Raksaur village had a total population of 252 people, including 142 males and 110 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 775 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.73%, with male literacy at 94.40% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 252 | 142 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 118 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 24 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Raksaur
Raksaur 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 Raksaur
Raksaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raksaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpur to Raksaur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Raksaur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raksaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raksaur
Where is Raksaur located?
Raksaur village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raksaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksaur is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Raksaur?
The pincode of Raksaur is 802351.
What is the population of Raksaur?
Raksaur had a total population of 252, including 142 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Raksaur?
Raksaur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksaur was 82.73%. Male literacy was 94.40% and female literacy was 67.37%.