Raina - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Raina is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Raian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raina is 033406. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 141112 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Raina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raina
According to the 2011 Census, Raina village had a total population of 1,798 people, including 994 males and 804 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.05%, with male literacy at 82.78% and female literacy at 76.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 384.
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 | 1,798 | 994 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 217 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 745 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 249 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Raina
Raina 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 Raina
Raina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raina.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Raina is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raina 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 Raina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raina 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 Raina
Where is Raina located?
Raina village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raina?
The Gram Panchayat of Raina is Raian.
What is the pincode of Raina?
The pincode of Raina is 141112.
What is the population of Raina?
Raina had a total population of 1,798, including 994 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Raina?
Raina had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raina was 80.05%. Male literacy was 82.78% and female literacy was 76.70%.