Raykund

Raykund is a village located in Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sona Rai Tharhi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Binjha is the gram panchayat of Raykund village.

Raykund has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raykund

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raykund is 354167. The village spans a total geographical area of 484 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814149. Sona Rai Tharhi is nearest town to Raykund village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Raykund

Below is a concise population overview of Raykund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,684 867 817
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 376 205 171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 431 217 214
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 316 167 149
Literate Population 624 379 245
Illiterate Population 1,060 488 572

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raykund village:

  • The total population of Raykund village is around 1,684, including approximately 867 males and 817 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 376 children aged 0–6 years in Raykund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raykund village has 431 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 316 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raykund village is about 37.05%, with male literacy at 43.71% and female literacy at 29.99%.
  • There are around 300 households in Raykund village.

Connectivity of Raykund

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raykund. As per the 2011 stats, Raykund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raykund

Knowing the nearby villages of Raykund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raykund.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raykund

Where is Raykund located?
Raykund village is situated in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raykund?
The Gram Panchayat of Raykund is Binjha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raykund?
The pincode of Raykund is 814149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raykund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raykund is 1,684, with 867 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Raykund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raykund village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raykund as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raykund is 37.05%. The male literacy rate is 43.71%, while the female literacy rate is 29.99%.