Raichack - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Raichack is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Patti Rai Chack serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raichack village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raichack is 028879. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Raichack village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raichack
According to the 2011 Census, Raichack village had a total population of 1,824 people, including 949 males and 875 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.38%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 70.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 1,824 | 949 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 676 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 273 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Raichack
Raichack 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainewal | South | 1.12 km |
| Dhesian | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Mamman | West | 1.65 km |
| Durgabad | North | 2.20 km |
| Umarwala | South | 2.29 km |
| Ogrewal | South | 2.31 km |
| Chandu Manj | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 2.36 km |
| Dalam | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Sahan Pannu | North-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raichack
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raichack. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Raichack is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raichack
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raichack village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raichack
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raichack 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 Raichack
Where is Raichack located?
Raichack village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raichack?
The Gram Panchayat of Raichack is Patti Rai Chack.
What is the pincode of Raichack?
The pincode of Raichack is 143511.
What is the population of Raichack?
Raichack had a total population of 1,824, including 949 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Raichack?
Raichack had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raichack?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raichack was 75.38%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 70.50%.