Riga
Riga is a village located in Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from district headquarter Riga. Riga is the sub-district headquarter of Riga village. As per 2009 stats, Riga Second is the gram panchayat of Riga village.
Riga has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Riga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Riga is 219357. The village spans a total geographical area of 1914.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843327. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Riga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Riga
Population of Riga
Below is a concise population overview of Riga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,518 | 14,572 | 12,946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,188 | 2,728 | 2,460 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,415 | 3,388 | 3,027 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 12,885 | 7,837 | 5,048 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,633 | 6,735 | 7,898 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Riga village:
- The total population of Riga village is around 27,518, including approximately 14,572 males and 12,946 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5,188 children aged 0–6 years in Riga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Riga village has 6,415 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Riga village is about 46.82%, with male literacy at 53.78% and female literacy at 38.99%.
- There are around 5,766 households in Riga village.
Connectivity of Riga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Riga. As per the 2011 stats, Riga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Riga
Knowing the nearby villages of Riga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Riga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Riga
- Where is Riga located?
- Riga village is situated in Riga Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Riga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Riga is Riga Second (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Riga?
- The pincode of Riga is 843327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Riga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Riga is 27,518, with 14,572 males and 12,946 females.
- How many households are there in Riga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Riga village has a total of 5,766 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Riga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Riga is 46.82%. The male literacy rate is 53.78%, while the female literacy rate is 38.99%.