Rain Shankar - Runisaidpur, Sitamarhi
Rain Shankar is a village situated in the Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Runisaidpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kharka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rain Shankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rain Shankar is 219497. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 843328 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Rain Shankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rain Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Rain Shankar village had a total population of 1,663 people, including 876 males and 787 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.68%, with male literacy at 64.35% and female literacy at 50.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 462 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 414 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Rain Shankar
Rain Shankar 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 Rain Shankar
Rain Shankar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rain Shankar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Rain Shankar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rain Shankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rain Shankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rain Shankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rain Shankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rain Shankar
Where is Rain Shankar located?
Rain Shankar village is located in Runisaidpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rain Shankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rain Shankar is Kharka.
What is the pincode of Rain Shankar?
The pincode of Rain Shankar is 843328.
What is the population of Rain Shankar?
Rain Shankar had a total population of 1,663, including 876 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Rain Shankar?
Rain Shankar had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rain Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rain Shankar was 57.68%. Male literacy was 64.35% and female literacy was 50.31%.