Rabda - Dumaria, Gaya
Rabda is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Mahuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rabda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rabda is 256161. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Rabda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rabda
According to the 2011 Census, Rabda village had a total population of 546 people, including 291 males and 255 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.04%, with male literacy at 62.24% and female literacy at 49.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 365.
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 | 546 | 291 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 201 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 150 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 141 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Rabda
Rabda 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 Rabda
Rabda 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 Sherghati to Rabda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Rabda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rabda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rabda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rabda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rabda 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 Rabda
Where is Rabda located?
Rabda village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rabda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rabda is Mahuri.
What is the pincode of Rabda?
The pincode of Rabda is 824221.
What is the population of Rabda?
Rabda had a total population of 546, including 291 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Rabda?
Rabda had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rabda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rabda was 56.04%. Male literacy was 62.24% and female literacy was 49.07%.