Raithan - Khansahib, Budgam
Raithan is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Khansahib and around 18 km from Budgam. Raithan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raithan is 000608. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Raithan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raithan
According to the 2011 Census, Raithan village had a total population of 2,575 people, including 1,328 males and 1,247 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.50%, with male literacy at 57.46% and female literacy at 38.15%.
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 | 2,575 | 1,328 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 874 | 416 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 524 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,750 | 804 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Raithan
Raithan 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 Raithan
Raithan 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 Khansahib to Raithan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Raithan is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raithan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raithan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raithan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raithan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raithan
Where is Raithan located?
Raithan village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Raithan?
Raithan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raithan?
The pincode of Raithan is 191111.
What is the population of Raithan?
Raithan had a total population of 2,575, including 1,328 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Raithan?
Raithan had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raithan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithan was 48.50%. Male literacy was 57.46% and female literacy was 38.15%.