Raya - Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda
Raya is a village situated in the Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talwandi Sabo and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Rayia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raya is 035914. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.79 hectares and falls under the 151302 pincode. Talwandi Sabo is the nearest town.
Raya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda urban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raya
According to the 2011 Census, Raya village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 599 males and 542 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.06%, with male literacy at 67.18% and female literacy at 50.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 599 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 199 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 352 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 247 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Raya
Raya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalal Wala | East | 2.58 km |
| Kaura Wala | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Golewala | East | 4.42 km |
| Ghole Wala | North | 4.51 km |
| Fatta Balu | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Mirziana | North | 5.77 km |
| Nathana | North-East | 6.47 km |
| Manuana | North | 7.12 km |
| Lehri | North-East | 8.86 km |
| Joga Wala | North-West | 9.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raya
Public transport in the Raya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sukhchain, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Raya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raya
Where is Raya located?
Raya village is located in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Rayia.
What is the pincode of Raya?
The pincode of Raya is 151302.
What is the population of Raya?
Raya had a total population of 1,141, including 599 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Raya?
Raya had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raya was 59.06%. Male literacy was 67.18% and female literacy was 50.21%.