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
As per Census 2011, Raina village has a total population of 1,798 people, consisting of 994 males and 804 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,308 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,798 | 994 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 217 | 167 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,798, including 994 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Raina?
There are 361 households in Raina.
What is the literacy rate in Raina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raina is 72.75%. Male literacy is 74.95% and female literacy is 70.02%.