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.
Here you can discover what makes Rafel unique in its vibrant Saraipali-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Rafel’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 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.
Google Map of Rafel
Population of Rafel
According to the 2011 Census, Rafel has a total population of about 872, with approximately 445 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.87%, with male literacy at about 79.10% and female literacy near 62.30%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rafel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.