Raika - Noamundi, West Singhbhum
Raika is a village situated in the Noamundi subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Noamundi and around 78 km from West Singhbhum Chaibasa. Pataita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raika is 377904. The village covers a total geographical area of 1823.35 hectares and falls under the 833217 pincode.
Raika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raika
According to the 2011 Census, Raika village had a total population of 770 people, including 393 males and 377 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.09%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 32.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 723.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 393 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 369 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 202 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 191 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Raika
Raika 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tareya | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Jhirjhor | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Pokharia | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Sukripara | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Sarbai | East | 6.12 km |
| Akahata | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Kashiyapecha | West | 7.00 km |
| Duwarsai | East | 7.43 km |
| Babaria | East | 7.93 km |
| Kuilsuta | North | 8.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raika
Raika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 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 West Singhbhum Chaibasa to Raika is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raika 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 Raika
Where is Raika located?
Raika village is located in Noamundi Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raika?
The Gram Panchayat of Raika is Pataita.
What is the pincode of Raika?
The pincode of Raika is 833217.
What is the population of Raika?
Raika had a total population of 770, including 393 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Raika?
Raika had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raika was 50.09%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 32.27%.