Rafel
Rafel is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Raphel is the gram panchayat of Rafel village.
Rafel has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Rafel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rafel is 446012. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Saraipali is nearest town to Rafel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Rafel
Below is a concise population overview of Rafel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 445 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 352 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 93 | 161 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rafel village:
- The total population of Rafel village is around 872, including approximately 445 males and 427 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Rafel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rafel village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rafel village is about 70.87%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 62.30%.
- There are around 247 households in Rafel village.
Connectivity of Rafel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rafel. As per the 2011 stats, Rafel 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rafel
Knowing the nearby villages of Rafel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rafel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rafel
- Where is Rafel located?
- Rafel village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rafel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rafel is Raphel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rafel?
- The pincode of Rafel is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rafel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rafel is 872, with 445 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Rafel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rafel village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rafel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rafel is 70.87%. The male literacy rate is 79.10%, while the female literacy rate is 62.30%.