Raiya - Panjehra, Solan
Raiya is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 96 km from Solan. Riya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiya is 020797. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.02 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Raiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiya
According to the 2011 Census, Raiya village had a total population of 619 people, including 314 males and 305 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.75%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 74.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 619 | 314 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 245 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 69 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Raiya
Raiya 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 Raiya
Raiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Raiya is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raiya
Where is Raiya located?
Raiya village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiya is Riya.
What is the pincode of Raiya?
The pincode of Raiya is 174101.
What is the population of Raiya?
Raiya had a total population of 619, including 314 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Raiya?
Raiya had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiya was 80.75%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 74.29%.