Raqba

Raqba is a village located in Bhorey subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Bhorey (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Raqba village is also a gram panchayat.

Raqba has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raqba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raqba is 230119. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.81 hectares. Kataiya is nearest town to Raqba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Raqba

Below is a concise population overview of Raqba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,538 1,195 1,343
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 497 229 268
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 52 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 94 36 58
Literate Population 1,296 759 537
Illiterate Population 1,242 436 806

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raqba village:

  • The total population of Raqba village is around 2,538, including approximately 1,195 males and 1,343 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 497 children aged 0–6 years in Raqba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raqba village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 94 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raqba village is about 51.06%, with male literacy at 63.51% and female literacy at 39.99%.
  • There are around 391 households in Raqba village.

Connectivity of Raqba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raqba. As per the 2011 stats, Raqba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Raqba

Knowing the nearby villages of Raqba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raqba.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raqba

Where is Raqba located?
Raqba village is situated in Bhorey Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raqba?
Raqba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Raqba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raqba is 2,538, with 1,195 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Raqba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raqba village has a total of 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raqba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raqba is 51.06%. The male literacy rate is 63.51%, while the female literacy rate is 39.99%.