Raika
Raika is a village located in Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Belhari is the gram panchayat of Raika village.
Here you can discover what makes Raika unique in its vibrant Nawanagar-Buxar region. You’ll see Raika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Raika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raika is 248838. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares. Domraon is nearest town to Raika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Raika
Population of Raika
According to the 2011 Census, Raika has a total population of about 2,541, with approximately 1,261 males and 1,280 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 462 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.07%, with male literacy at about 67.41% and female literacy near 50.86%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,541 | 1,261 | 1,280 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 217 | 245 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 134 | 111 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Literate Population | 1,501 | 850 | 651 |
Illiterate Population | 1,040 | 411 | 629 |
Connectivity of Raika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raika. As per the 2011 stats, Raika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raika
Knowing the nearby villages of Raika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raika
- Where is Raika located?
- Raika village is situated in Nawanagar Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raika is Belhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raika is 2,541, with 1,261 males and 1,280 females.
- How many households are there in Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raika village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raika is 59.07%. The male literacy rate is 67.41%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.