Raher - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Raher is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Raher village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raher is 545129. The village covers a total geographical area of 919.31 hectares and falls under the 431809 pincode. Dharmabad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raher
According to the 2011 Census, Raher village had a total population of 2,675 people, including 1,307 males and 1,368 females, living in 582 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.91%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
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 | 2,675 | 1,307 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 176 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 197 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 873 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 434 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Raher
Raher is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raher
Raher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmabad to Raher is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Raher is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raher
Where is Raher located?
Raher village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raher?
Raher is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raher?
The pincode of Raher is 431809.
What is the population of Raher?
Raher had a total population of 2,675, including 1,307 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Raher?
Raher had 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raher was 69.91%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 62.93%.