Raga - Mundra, Kachchh
Raga is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Luni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raga is 507333. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.94 hectares and falls under the 370410 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Raga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raga
According to the 2011 Census, Raga village had a total population of 164 people, including 82 males and 82 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.16%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 46.97%.
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 | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 59 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 23 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Raga
Raga 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 Raga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mundra to Raga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Raga is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raga
Where is Raga located?
Raga village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raga?
The Gram Panchayat of Raga is Luni.
What is the pincode of Raga?
The pincode of Raga is 370410.
What is the population of Raga?
Raga had a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Raga?
Raga had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raga was 67.16%. Male literacy was 86.76% and female literacy was 46.97%.