Rai
Rai is a village located in Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Ratnagiri (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Rai village is also a gram panchayat.
Rai has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Rai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rai is 565539. The village spans a total geographical area of 546.48 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Rai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km 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 Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg 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
Below is a concise population overview of Rai 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 | 951 | 405 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 297 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 108 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rai village:
- The total population of Rai village is around 951, including approximately 405 males and 546 females, with a sex ratio of 1348 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Rai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rai village has 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rai village is about 64.98%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 58.79%.
- There are around 252 households in Rai village.
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) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Ratnagiri Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, 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 951, with 405 males and 546 females.
- How many households are there in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rai village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rai is 64.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 58.79%.