Raksia - Itarhi, Buxar
Raksia is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Chilhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raksia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksia is 248784. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.9 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Raksia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raksia
According to the 2011 Census, Raksia village had a total population of 671 people, including 312 males and 359 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.41%, with male literacy at 65.04% and female literacy at 36.88%.
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 | 671 | 312 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 147 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 165 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Raksia
Raksia 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 Raksia
Public transport in the Raksia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raksia.
| 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 |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Raksia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raksia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raksia
Where is Raksia located?
Raksia village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksia?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksia is Chilhar.
What is the pincode of Raksia?
The pincode of Raksia is 802123.
What is the population of Raksia?
Raksia had a total population of 671, including 312 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Raksia?
Raksia had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksia was 49.41%. Male literacy was 65.04% and female literacy was 36.88%.