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.
Here you can discover what makes Riga unique in its vibrant Riga-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Riga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Riga has a total population of about 27,518, with approximately 14,572 males and 12,946 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5,188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6,415 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.82%, with male literacy at about 53.78% and female literacy near 38.99%. There are around 5,766 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Riga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.