Rai
Rai is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Rai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rai unique in its vibrant Wadhwan-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Rai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rai is 512236. The village spans a total geographical area of 551 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363030. Wadhwan is nearest town to Rai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rai 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 Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rai
Population of Rai
According to the 2011 Census, Rai has a total population of about 704, with approximately 363 males and 341 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.80%, with male literacy at about 74.10% and female literacy near 44.57%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 363 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 269 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 94 | 189 |
Connectivity of Rai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rai. As per the 2011 stats, Rai 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rai
Knowing the nearby villages of Rai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rai
- Where is Rai located?
- Rai village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rai?
- Rai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rai?
- The pincode of Rai is 363030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rai is 704, with 363 males and 341 females.
- How many households are there in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rai village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rai is 59.80%. The male literacy rate is 74.10%, while the female literacy rate is 44.57%.