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.

Raya has its own place in the vibrant Fatehgarh Sahib 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 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.

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Population of Raya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Raya village is around 979, including approximately 523 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Raya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raya village has 219 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raya village is about 71.81%, with male literacy at 73.80% and female literacy at 69.52%.
  • There are around 160 households in Raya village.

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)
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.

Hargana Dulwan Bhamian Badla Kotla Badla Chari Barwali Khurd Barwali Kalan Faraur Bhuttan Thikriwala

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%.