Raikera - Bano, Simdega
Raikera is a village situated in the Bano subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bano and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Raikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikera is 376761. The village covers a total geographical area of 2060 hectares and falls under the 835201 pincode. Simdega is the nearest town.
Raikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raikera
As per Census 2011, Raikera village has a total population of 2,789 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,456 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,789 | 1,333 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 202 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 178 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,310 | 645 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 797 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 536 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Raikera
Raikera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marikel | North | 2.37 km |
| Tembro | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Marani | South | 3.13 km |
| Kenwgutu | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Kanta | South | 3.56 km |
| Karkata | West | 3.61 km |
| Biruli | East | 4.09 km |
| Hurda | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Dumbariya | North | 4.45 km |
| Chandsay | South-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raikera
Raikera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parbatonia, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Simdega to Raikera is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikera 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 Raikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raikera
Where is Raikera located?
Raikera village is located in Bano Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikera?
Raikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raikera?
The pincode of Raikera is 835201.
What is the population of Raikera?
Raikera has a total population of 2,789, including 1,333 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Raikera?
There are 577 households in Raikera.
What is the literacy rate in Raikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikera is 49.98%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 41.00%.