Rahta

Rahta is a village located in Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kishanganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Rahta Fanhan is the gram panchayat of Rahta village.

Rahta has its own place in the vibrant Madhepura 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 Rahta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahta is 226124. The village spans a total geographical area of 365 hectares. Madhepura is nearest town to Rahta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Rahta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,200 4,317 3,883
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,936 1,041 895
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,177 619 558
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 2,001 1,311 690
Illiterate Population 6,199 3,006 3,193

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

  • The total population of Rahta village is around 8,200, including approximately 4,317 males and 3,883 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,936 children aged 0–6 years in Rahta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rahta village has 1,177 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rahta village is about 24.40%, with male literacy at 30.37% and female literacy at 17.77%.
  • There are around 1,492 households in Rahta village.

Connectivity of Rahta

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

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

Nearby Villages of Rahta

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

Bhaluahi Shekhpur Chaman Nayanagar Bhawanandpur Alias Kumarganj Phanhan Kishanganj Rampur Khora Haraili Uda Ramsahai Milik Alias Garibjha Ramsahai Milik Garibjha Chakla

Frequently Asked Questions about Rahta

Where is Rahta located?
Rahta village is situated in Kishanganj Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahta?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahta is Rahta Fanhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Rahta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahta is 8,200, with 4,317 males and 3,883 females.
How many households are there in Rahta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rahta village has a total of 1,492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahta is 24.40%. The male literacy rate is 30.37%, while the female literacy rate is 17.77%.