Raka - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Raka is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Raja Kachhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raka is 490598. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.05 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Raka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raka
According to the 2011 Census, Raka village had a total population of 4 people, including 3 males and 1 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Raka
Raka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahajpura | North | 1.20 km |
| Deonagar | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Tirka | West | 1.81 km |
| Bareli | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Barpani | South | 2.72 km |
| Baroda | North | 2.86 km |
| Ramniwari | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Bagaspur | East | 2.98 km |
| Bakori | South | 3.42 km |
| Bamhnoda | West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raka
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Raka. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Raka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Raka is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raka 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raka
Where is Raka located?
Raka village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raka?
The Gram Panchayat of Raka is Raja Kachhar.
What is the pincode of Raka?
The pincode of Raka is 487001.
What is the population of Raka?
Raka had a total population of 4, including 3 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Raka?
Raka had 1 households.