Rakas
Rakas is a village located in Talcher Sadar tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Talcher Sadar (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Padamabatipur is the gram panchayat of Rakas village.
Rakas has its own place in the vibrant Anugul 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 Rakas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakas is 403943. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759103. Talcher is nearest town to Rakas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Rakas
Population of Rakas
Below is a concise population overview of Rakas 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 | 765 | 386 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 139 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 279 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 107 | 172 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rakas village:
- The total population of Rakas village is around 765, including approximately 386 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Rakas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rakas village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rakas village is about 63.53%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 54.62%.
- There are around 145 households in Rakas village.
Connectivity of Rakas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakas. As per the 2011 stats, Rakas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rakas
Knowing the nearby villages of Rakas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rakas
- Where is Rakas located?
- Rakas village is situated in Talcher Sadar Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rakas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rakas is Padamabatipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rakas?
- The pincode of Rakas is 759103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rakas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakas is 765, with 386 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Rakas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rakas village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rakas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakas is 63.53%. The male literacy rate is 72.28%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.