Raja Ama - Lailunga, Raigarh
Raja Ama is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Amapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raja Ama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Ama is 434651. The village falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raja Ama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raja Ama
According to the 2011 Census, Raja Ama village had a total population of 492 people, including 242 males and 250 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.65%, with male literacy at 63.13% and female literacy at 36.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 492 | 242 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 137 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 105 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Ama
Raja Ama 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 Raja Ama
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raja Ama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lailunga to Raja Ama is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Raja Ama is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raja Ama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja Ama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raja Ama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raja Ama 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 Raja Ama
Where is Raja Ama located?
Raja Ama village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raja Ama?
The Gram Panchayat of Raja Ama is Amapali.
What is the pincode of Raja Ama?
The pincode of Raja Ama is 496113.
What is the population of Raja Ama?
Raja Ama had a total population of 492, including 242 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Raja Ama?
Raja Ama had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Ama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Ama was 49.65%. Male literacy was 63.13% and female literacy was 36.11%.