Raota - Puraini, Madhepura
Raota is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kursandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raota is 226163. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raota
According to the 2011 Census, Raota village had a total population of 2,653 people, including 1,409 males and 1,244 females, living in 559 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.96%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 45.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 579, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,653 | 1,409 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 209 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 300 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 828 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,349 | 581 | 768 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Raota is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Raota is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raota
Where is Raota located?
Raota village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raota?
The Gram Panchayat of Raota is Kursandi.
What is the pincode of Raota?
The pincode of Raota is 852116.
What is the population of Raota?
Raota had a total population of 2,653, including 1,409 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Raota?
Raota had 559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raota was 57.96%. Male literacy was 69.00% and female literacy was 45.33%.