Raksa

Raksa is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jhauaram is the gram panchayat of Raksa village.

Raksa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 Raksa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raksa is 217846. The village spans a total geographical area of 125 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Raksa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Raksa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,449 2,251 2,198
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 869 449 420
Scheduled Castes (SC) 257 131 126
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,020 1,217 803
Illiterate Population 2,429 1,034 1,395

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

  • The total population of Raksa village is around 4,449, including approximately 2,251 males and 2,198 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 869 children aged 0–6 years in Raksa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raksa village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raksa village is about 45.40%, with male literacy at 54.06% and female literacy at 36.53%.
  • There are around 969 households in Raksa village.

Connectivity of Raksa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raksa. As per the 2011 stats, Raksa 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raksa

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

Bakhri Khajuri Jadopur Bakhri Jadopur Nankar Narkatiya Barharwa Siwan Jhauwa Ram Turkauliya Sham Bakhri Karmohna Barharwa Lakhansen Chandrahia

Frequently Asked Questions about Raksa

Where is Raksa located?
Raksa village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksa?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksa is Jhauaram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raksa is 4,449, with 2,251 males and 2,198 females.
How many households are there in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raksa village has a total of 969 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raksa is 45.40%. The male literacy rate is 54.06%, while the female literacy rate is 36.53%.