Raigaon
Raigaon is a village located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Raigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Raigaon has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Raigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raigaon is 529590. The village spans a total geographical area of 859.01 hectares. Lonar is nearest town to Raigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Raigaon 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 Mehkar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Raigaon
Population of Raigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Raigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,805 | 947 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 130 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 707 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 240 | 408 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raigaon village:
- The total population of Raigaon village is around 1,805, including approximately 947 males and 858 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Raigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raigaon village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 337 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raigaon village is about 64.10%, with male literacy at 74.66% and female literacy at 52.45%.
- There are around 421 households in Raigaon village.
Connectivity of Raigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Raigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Raigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raigaon
- Where is Raigaon located?
- Raigaon village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raigaon?
- Raigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Raigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raigaon is 1,805, with 947 males and 858 females.
- How many households are there in Raigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raigaon village has a total of 421 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raigaon is 64.10%. The male literacy rate is 74.66%, while the female literacy rate is 52.45%.