Raiam - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Raiam is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Rajaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiam is 226947. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 847337 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raiam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raiam
According to the 2011 Census, Raiam village had a total population of 3,879 people, including 2,046 males and 1,833 females, living in 855 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.76%, with male literacy at 62.86% and female literacy at 41.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 740, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 3,879 | 2,046 | 1,833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 425 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 375 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 1,019 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,252 | 1,027 | 1,225 |
Nearby Villages of Raiam
Raiam 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 Raiam
Raiam 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Raiam is about 25 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 Raiam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raiam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raiam
Where is Raiam located?
Raiam village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raiam?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiam is Rajaura.
What is the pincode of Raiam?
The pincode of Raiam is 847337.
What is the population of Raiam?
Raiam had a total population of 3,879, including 2,046 males and 1,833 females.
How many households are there in Raiam?
Raiam had 855 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiam was 52.76%. Male literacy was 62.86% and female literacy was 41.56%.