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.
Raikona has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 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.
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Population of Raikona
Below is a concise population overview of Raikona 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raikona village:
- The total population of Raikona village is around 2,765, including approximately 1,350 males and 1,415 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 359 children aged 0–6 years in Raikona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raikona village has 778 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raikona village is about 61.52%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 50.53%.
- There are around 631 households in Raikona village.
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%.