Raham - Tandwa, Chatra
Raham is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Raham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raham is 349454. The village covers a total geographical area of 2530.87 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode.
Raham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raham
As per Census 2011, Raham village has a total population of 5,046 people, consisting of 2,574 males and 2,472 females. The village has 928 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 926 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,473 literate and 2,573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 668 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 799 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,046 | 2,574 | 2,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 926 | 483 | 443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 332 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 799 | 397 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 2,473 | 1,474 | 999 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,573 | 1,100 | 1,473 |
Nearby Villages of Raham
Raham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Masilaung | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kamta | North | 3.31 km |
| Laranga | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Tandwa | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Gonda | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Dundua | East | 3.93 km |
| Naiparam | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Ulrathi | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Mandar | South | 4.41 km |
| Garilaung | North-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raham
Raham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ray, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Raham is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raham 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 Raham
Where is Raham located?
Raham village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raham?
Raham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raham?
The pincode of Raham is 825321.
What is the population of Raham?
Raham has a total population of 5,046, including 2,574 males and 2,472 females.
How many households are there in Raham?
There are 928 households in Raham.
What is the literacy rate in Raham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raham is 49.01%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 40.41%.