Ragja
Ragja is a village located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Ragja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ragja unique in its vibrant Sakti-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Ragja’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 Ragja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ragja is 436960. The village spans a total geographical area of 416.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to Ragja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ragja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ragja
Population of Ragja
According to the 2011 Census, Ragja has a total population of about 2,176, with approximately 1,037 males and 1,139 females. The sex ratio is around 1098 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,127. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.59%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 51.80%. There are around 529 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ragja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,037 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 115 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,127 | 527 | 600 |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 772 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 265 | 549 |
Connectivity of Ragja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ragja. As per the 2011 stats, Ragja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ragja
Knowing the nearby villages of Ragja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ragja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ragja
- Where is Ragja located?
- Ragja village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ragja?
- Ragja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ragja?
- The pincode of Ragja is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ragja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ragja is 2,176, with 1,037 males and 1,139 females.
- How many households are there in Ragja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ragja village has a total of 529 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ragja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ragja is 62.59%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 51.80%.