Raikapat - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Raikapat is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Manoharpur and around 104 km from Chaibasa. Lailore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikapat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikapat is 377797. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.99 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode.
Raikapat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikapat
As per Census 2011, Raikapat village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 186 males and 196 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikapat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 186 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 133 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 110 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 76 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Raikapat
Raikapat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lailor | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Urkiya | North | 1.94 km |
| Simirtamadhupur | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sunsuna | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Abhaipur | West | 2.67 km |
| Rabangda | East | 2.75 km |
| Kashijora | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Pachpaia | South | 3.58 km |
| Tormunda | South | 3.72 km |
| Gopipur | North-East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raikapat
Raikapat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jaraikela, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Raikapat is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raikapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikapat 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 Raikapat
Where is Raikapat located?
Raikapat village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikapat?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikapat is Lailore.
What is the pincode of Raikapat?
The pincode of Raikapat is 833104.
What is the population of Raikapat?
Raikapat has a total population of 382, including 186 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Raikapat?
There are 80 households in Raikapat.
What is the literacy rate in Raikapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikapat is 46.60%. Male literacy is 59.14% and female literacy is 34.69%.