Raikona
Raikona is a village located in Bilaigarh tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bilaigarh (tehsildar office) and 185km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Raikona village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Raikona unique in its vibrant Bilaigarh-Raipur region. You’ll see Raikona’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 Raikona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raikona is 444385. The village spans a total geographical area of 515.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497778. Bilaigarh is nearest town to Raikona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Raikona
Population of Raikona
According to the 2011 Census, Raikona has a total population of about 2,765, with approximately 1,350 males and 1,415 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 778 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.52%, with male literacy at about 73.04% and female literacy near 50.53%. There are around 631 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raikona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,765 | 1,350 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 365 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 986 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 364 | 700 |
Connectivity of Raikona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raikona. As per the 2011 stats, Raikona 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raikona
Knowing the nearby villages of Raikona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raikona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raikona
- Where is Raikona located?
- Raikona village is situated in Bilaigarh Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raikona?
- Raikona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raikona?
- The pincode of Raikona is 497778, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikona is 2,765, with 1,350 males and 1,415 females.
- How many households are there in Raikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raikona village has a total of 631 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raikona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikona is 61.52%. The male literacy rate is 73.04%, while the female literacy rate is 50.53%.