Raje - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Raje is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Balaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raje is 227139. The village covers a total geographical area of 859 hectares and falls under the 847424 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raje
According to the 2011 Census, Raje village had a total population of 13,051 people, including 6,801 males and 6,250 females, living in 3,056 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 72.95% and female literacy at 46.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,947, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 13,051 | 6,801 | 6,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,110 | 1,096 | 1,014 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,947 | 1,031 | 916 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 6,591 | 4,162 | 2,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,460 | 2,639 | 3,821 |
Nearby Villages of Raje
Raje 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 Raje
Public transport in the Raje is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Raje has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Raje is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Raje 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 Raje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raje 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raje
Where is Raje located?
Raje village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raje?
The Gram Panchayat of Raje is Balaur.
What is the pincode of Raje?
The pincode of Raje is 847424.
What is the population of Raje?
Raje had a total population of 13,051, including 6,801 males and 6,250 females.
How many households are there in Raje?
Raje had 3,056 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raje was 60.24%. Male literacy was 72.95% and female literacy was 46.39%.