Riga - Riga, Sitamarhi
Riga is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. Riga First serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riga is 219357. The village covers a total geographical area of 1914.22 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Riga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Riga
As per Census 2011, Riga village has a total population of 27,518 people, consisting of 14,572 males and 12,946 females. The village has 5,766 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,885 literate and 14,633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Riga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Riga
Riga 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 Riga
Riga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Riga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Riga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Riga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Riga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Riga
Where is Riga located?
Riga village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riga?
The Gram Panchayat of Riga is Riga First.
What is the pincode of Riga?
The pincode of Riga is 843327.
What is the population of Riga?
Riga has a total population of 27,518, including 14,572 males and 12,946 females.
How many households are there in Riga?
There are 5,766 households in Riga.
What is the literacy rate in Riga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riga is 46.82%. Male literacy is 53.78% and female literacy is 38.99%.