Raska - Limbdi, Surendranagar
Raska is a village situated in the Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Limbdi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Raska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raska is 512560. The village covers a total geographical area of 1336.16 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raska
As per Census 2011, Raska village has a total population of 2,063 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,016 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,211 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,063 | 1,047 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 310 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 708 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 339 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Raska
Raska 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 Raska
Raska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Limbdi to Raska is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Raska is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raska
Where is Raska located?
Raska village is located in Limbdi Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raska?
Raska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raska?
The pincode of Raska is 363421.
What is the population of Raska?
Raska has a total population of 2,063, including 1,047 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Raska?
There are 417 households in Raska.
What is the literacy rate in Raska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raska is 58.70%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 49.51%.