Rai
Rai is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Rai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rai unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Rai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rai is 478554. The village spans a total geographical area of 857.95 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Rai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rai
Population of Rai
According to the 2011 Census, Rai has a total population of about 2,143, with approximately 1,052 males and 1,091 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 508 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.26%, with male literacy at about 24.62% and female literacy near 19.98%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,143 | 1,052 | 1,091 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 266 | 242 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,110 | 1,036 | 1,074 |
Literate Population | 477 | 259 | 218 |
Illiterate Population | 1,666 | 793 | 873 |
Connectivity of Rai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rai. As per the 2011 stats, Rai 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rai
Knowing the nearby villages of Rai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rai
- Where is Rai located?
- Rai village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rai?
- Rai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rai is 2,143, with 1,052 males and 1,091 females.
- How many households are there in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rai village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rai is 22.26%. The male literacy rate is 24.62%, while the female literacy rate is 19.98%.