Raksa
Raksa is a village located in Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Saraiyahat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Raksa village is also a gram panchayat.
Raksa has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Raksa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raksa is 369494. The village spans a total geographical area of 434 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814151. Saraiyahat is nearest town to Raksa village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Raksa
Below is a concise population overview of Raksa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,137 | 1,089 | 1,048 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 175 | 195 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 223 | 211 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,121 | 558 | 563 |
Literate Population | 724 | 455 | 269 |
Illiterate Population | 1,413 | 634 | 779 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raksa village:
- The total population of Raksa village is around 2,137, including approximately 1,089 males and 1,048 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 370 children aged 0–6 years in Raksa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raksa village has 434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,121 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raksa village is about 33.88%, with male literacy at 41.78% and female literacy at 25.67%.
- There are around 401 households in Raksa village.
Connectivity of Raksa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raksa. As per the 2011 stats, Raksa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Raksa
Knowing the nearby villages of Raksa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raksa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raksa
- Where is Raksa located?
- Raksa village is situated in Saraiyahat Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raksa?
- Raksa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raksa?
- The pincode of Raksa is 814151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raksa is 2,137, with 1,089 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raksa village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raksa is 33.88%. The male literacy rate is 41.78%, while the female literacy rate is 25.67%.