Raota - Chanan*, Lakhisarai
Raota is a village situated in the Chanan* subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan* and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Kundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raota is 243677. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.6 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Raota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raota
As per Census 2011, Raota village has a total population of 3,056 people, consisting of 1,590 males and 1,466 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 575 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 1,708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,056 | 1,590 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 275 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 859 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 731 | 977 |
Nearby Villages of Raota
Raota 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 Raota
Raota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Raota is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raota
Where is Raota located?
Raota village is located in Chanan* Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raota?
The Gram Panchayat of Raota is Kundar.
What is the pincode of Raota?
The pincode of Raota is 811311.
What is the population of Raota?
Raota has a total population of 3,056, including 1,590 males and 1,466 females.
How many households are there in Raota?
There are 506 households in Raota.
What is the literacy rate in Raota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raota is 44.11%. Male literacy is 54.03% and female literacy is 33.36%.