Rachhia - Dumaria, Gaya
Rachhia is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Pankara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rachhia is 256193. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Rachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rachhia
According to the 2011 Census, Rachhia village had a total population of 890 people, including 457 males and 433 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.91%, with male literacy at 69.46% and female literacy at 36.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 579, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 890 | 457 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 87 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 292 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 257 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 200 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Rachhia
Rachhia 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 Rachhia
Rachhia 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 Rachhia is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Rachhia 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 Rachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rachhia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rachhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rachhia
Where is Rachhia located?
Rachhia village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachhia is Pankara.
What is the pincode of Rachhia?
The pincode of Rachhia is 824221.
What is the population of Rachhia?
Rachhia had a total population of 890, including 457 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Rachhia?
Rachhia had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rachhia was 53.91%. Male literacy was 69.46% and female literacy was 36.64%.