Rakse

Rakse is a village located in Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sahaspur Lohara (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Kawardha. As per 2009 stats, Rakse village is also a gram panchayat.

Rakse has its own place in the vibrant Kabeerdham region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rakse

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakse is 439687. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493996. Gandai is nearest town to Rakse village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Rakse

Below is a concise population overview of Rakse as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,181 585 596
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 85 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 37 21 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 27 12 15
Literate Population 698 394 304
Illiterate Population 483 191 292

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rakse village:

  • The total population of Rakse village is around 1,181, including approximately 585 males and 596 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Rakse village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakse village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rakse village is about 59.10%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 51.01%.
  • There are around 240 households in Rakse village.

Connectivity of Rakse

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakse. As per the 2011 stats, Rakse 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rakse

Knowing the nearby villages of Rakse helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakse.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakse

Where is Rakse located?
Rakse village is situated in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, within the Kabeerdham district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakse?
Rakse serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rakse?
The pincode of Rakse is 493996, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakse as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakse is 1,181, with 585 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Rakse as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakse village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakse as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakse is 59.10%. The male literacy rate is 67.35%, while the female literacy rate is 51.01%.