Ris - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Ris is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Kiranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ris village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ris is 243433. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.6 hectares and falls under the 811106 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ris village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ris
As per Census 2011, Ris village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 354 males and 286 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ris are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 354 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 199 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 155 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Ris
Ris 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 Ris
Public transport in the Ris is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ris.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ris is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ris
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ris village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ris
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ris village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ris
Where is Ris located?
Ris village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ris?
The Gram Panchayat of Ris is Kiranpur.
What is the pincode of Ris?
The pincode of Ris is 811106.
What is the population of Ris?
Ris has a total population of 640, including 354 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Ris?
There are 111 households in Ris.
What is the literacy rate in Ris?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ris is 47.97%. Male literacy is 56.21% and female literacy is 37.76%.