Raiya
Raiya is a village located in Deodar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Deodar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Raiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Raiya has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Raiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raiya is 508446. The village spans a total geographical area of 1963.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Deodar is nearest town to Raiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Raiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Raiya
Population of Raiya
Below is a concise population overview of Raiya 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 | 5,590 | 2,874 | 2,716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 413 | 405 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,475 | 764 | 711 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 1,925 | 1,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 949 | 1,522 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raiya village:
- The total population of Raiya village is around 5,590, including approximately 2,874 males and 2,716 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 818 children aged 0–6 years in Raiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raiya village has 1,475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raiya village is about 55.80%, with male literacy at 66.98% and female literacy at 43.96%.
- There are around 1,006 households in Raiya village.
Connectivity of Raiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raiya. As per the 2011 stats, Raiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Raiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raiya
- Where is Raiya located?
- Raiya village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raiya?
- Raiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raiya?
- The pincode of Raiya is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raiya is 5,590, with 2,874 males and 2,716 females.
- How many households are there in Raiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raiya village has a total of 1,006 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raiya is 55.80%. The male literacy rate is 66.98%, while the female literacy rate is 43.96%.