Raka
About Raka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Raka village is 538099. Raka village is located in Sadak Arjuni tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sadak-arjuni (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Raka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 646.96 hectares. Raka has a total population of 2,186 peoples, out of which male population is 1,082 while female population is 1,104. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of raka village is 74.70% out of which 81.24% males and 68.30% females are literate. There are about 493 houses in raka village.
When it comes to administration, Raka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Raka village comes under Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency. Gondiya is nearest town to raka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
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Population of Raka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,186 | 1,082 | 1,104 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 879 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 203 | 350 |
Connectivity of Raka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raka
Where is Raka located?
Raka village is situated in Sadak Arjuni Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raka?
Raka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Raka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raka is 2,186, with 1,082 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Raka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raka village has a total of 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raka is 74.70%. The male literacy rate is 81.24%, while the female literacy rate is 68.30%.