Raksi - Narala, Kalahandi
Raksi is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksi is 422709. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Raksi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raksi
As per Census 2011, Raksi village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 269 males and 254 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raksi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 269 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 210 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 59 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Raksi
Raksi 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 Raksi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raksi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raksi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Raksi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Raksi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raksi
Where is Raksi located?
Raksi village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksi is Bhanpur.
What is the pincode of Raksi?
The pincode of Raksi is 766100.
What is the population of Raksi?
Raksi has a total population of 523, including 269 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Raksi?
There are 135 households in Raksi.
What is the literacy rate in Raksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksi is 69.60%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 60.63%.