Raksa

Raksa is a village located in Barapali tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barapali (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Roxa is the gram panchayat of Raksa village.

Raksa has its own place in the vibrant Bargarh 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 Raksa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raksa is 380470. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768029. Barpali is nearest town to Raksa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Raksa 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 Bijepur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Raksa

Below is a concise population overview of Raksa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 997 507 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 63 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 293 152 141
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 93 49 44
Literate Population 515 298 217
Illiterate Population 482 209 273

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raksa village:

  • The total population of Raksa village is around 997, including approximately 507 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Raksa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raksa village has 293 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raksa village is about 51.65%, with male literacy at 58.78% and female literacy at 44.29%.
  • There are around 280 households in Raksa village.

Connectivity of Raksa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raksa. As per the 2011 stats, Raksa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raksa

Knowing the nearby villages of Raksa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raksa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raksa

Where is Raksa located?
Raksa village is situated in Barapali Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksa?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksa is Roxa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raksa?
The pincode of Raksa is 768029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raksa is 997, with 507 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raksa village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raksa is 51.65%. The male literacy rate is 58.78%, while the female literacy rate is 44.29%.