Rikabganj

Rikabganj is a village located in Krityanand Nagar subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Krityanand Nagar (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bela Rikabganj is the gram panchayat of Rikabganj village.

Rikabganj has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Rikabganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikabganj is 223458. The village spans a total geographical area of 542 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854301. Purnia is nearest town to Rikabganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Rikabganj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,689 1,356 1,333
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 524 255 269
Scheduled Castes (SC) 957 504 453
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 36 34
Literate Population 1,167 669 498
Illiterate Population 1,522 687 835

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

  • The total population of Rikabganj village is around 2,689, including approximately 1,356 males and 1,333 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 524 children aged 0–6 years in Rikabganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rikabganj village has 957 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rikabganj village is about 43.40%, with male literacy at 49.34% and female literacy at 37.36%.
  • There are around 575 households in Rikabganj village.

Connectivity of Rikabganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rikabganj. As per the 2011 stats, Rikabganj 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rikabganj

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rikabganj

Where is Rikabganj located?
Rikabganj village is situated in Krityanand Nagar Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikabganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikabganj is Bela Rikabganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rikabganj?
The pincode of Rikabganj is 854301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rikabganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikabganj is 2,689, with 1,356 males and 1,333 females.
How many households are there in Rikabganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rikabganj village has a total of 575 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikabganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikabganj is 43.40%. The male literacy rate is 49.34%, while the female literacy rate is 37.36%.