Raya
Raya is a village located in Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khamanon (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Raya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Raya unique in its vibrant Khamanon-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Raya’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 Raya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raya is 032938. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140101. Khamanon is nearest town to Raya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Raya
Population of Raya
According to the 2011 Census, Raya has a total population of about 979, with approximately 523 males and 456 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.81%, with male literacy at about 73.80% and female literacy near 69.52%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 979 | 523 | 456 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 121 | 98 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 703 | 386 | 317 |
Illiterate Population | 276 | 137 | 139 |
Connectivity of Raya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raya. As per the 2011 stats, Raya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Raya
Knowing the nearby villages of Raya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raya
- Where is Raya located?
- Raya village is situated in Khamanon Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
- Raya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raya?
- The pincode of Raya is 140101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raya is 979, with 523 males and 456 females.
- How many households are there in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raya village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raya is 71.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.80%, while the female literacy rate is 69.52%.