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.
Here you can discover what makes Rakas unique in its vibrant Talcher Sadar-Anugul region. You’ll see Rakas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Rakas has a total population of about 765, with approximately 386 males and 379 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.53%, with male literacy at about 72.28% and female literacy near 54.62%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rakas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.