Rain Shankar
Rain Shankar is a village located in Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Runisaidpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Kharka is the gram panchayat of Rain Shankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Rain Shankar unique in its vibrant Runisaidpur-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Rain Shankar’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 Rain Shankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rain Shankar is 219497. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Rain Shankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Rain Shankar
Population of Rain Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Rain Shankar has a total population of about 1,663, with approximately 876 males and 787 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.44%, with male literacy at about 52.74% and female literacy near 41.55%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rain Shankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 876 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 158 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 174 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 789 | 462 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 414 | 460 |
Connectivity of Rain Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rain Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Rain Shankar 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 Rain Shankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Rain Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rain Shankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rain Shankar
- Where is Rain Shankar located?
- Rain Shankar village is situated in Runisaidpur Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rain Shankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rain Shankar is Kharka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Rain Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rain Shankar is 1,663, with 876 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Rain Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rain Shankar village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rain Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rain Shankar is 47.44%. The male literacy rate is 52.74%, while the female literacy rate is 41.55%.