Raika - Nawanagar, Buxar
Raika is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Belhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raika is 248838. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raika
According to the 2011 Census, Raika village had a total population of 2,541 people, including 1,261 males and 1,280 females, living in 386 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.20%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Raika
Raika 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 Raika
Raika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Raika is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Raika is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raika 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 Raika
Where is Raika located?
Raika village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raika?
The Gram Panchayat of Raika is Belhari.
What is the pincode of Raika?
The pincode of Raika is 802126.
What is the population of Raika?
Raika had a total population of 2,541, including 1,261 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Raika?
Raika had 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raika was 72.20%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 62.90%.