Rakeli - Udaypur, Surguja
Rakeli is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Devtikara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakeli is 433149. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Rakeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakeli
As per Census 2011, Rakeli village has a total population of 574 people, consisting of 294 males and 280 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 574 | 294 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 187 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 219 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 75 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Rakeli
Rakeli 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 Rakeli
Rakeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Rakeli is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakeli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rakeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakeli
Where is Rakeli located?
Rakeli village is located in Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakeli is Devtikara.
What is the pincode of Rakeli?
The pincode of Rakeli is 497117.
What is the population of Rakeli?
Rakeli has a total population of 574, including 294 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Rakeli?
There are 141 households in Rakeli.
What is the literacy rate in Rakeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakeli is 62.20%. Male literacy is 74.49% and female literacy is 49.29%.