Raksi - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Raksi is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Tilaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksi is 255869. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Raksi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raksi
According to the 2011 Census, Raksi village had a total population of 519 people, including 276 males and 243 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.60%, with male literacy at 64.45% and female literacy at 47.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327.
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 | 519 | 276 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 136 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 140 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Raksi
Raksi 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 Raksi
Public transport in the Raksi 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 Sherghati to Raksi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Raksi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raksi
Where is Raksi located?
Raksi village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksi is Tilaiya.
What is the pincode of Raksi?
The pincode of Raksi is 824217.
What is the population of Raksi?
Raksi had a total population of 519, including 276 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Raksi?
Raksi had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksi was 56.60%. Male literacy was 64.45% and female literacy was 47.54%.