Raksan

Raksan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Rakasan is the gram panchayat of Raksan village.

Raksan has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Raksan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raksan is 032326. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144515. Nawansahar is nearest town to Raksan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Raksan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 505 247 258
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 33 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 110 54 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 348 183 165
Illiterate Population 157 64 93

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

  • The total population of Raksan village is around 505, including approximately 247 males and 258 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Raksan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raksan village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raksan village is about 68.91%, with male literacy at 74.09% and female literacy at 63.95%.
  • There are around 107 households in Raksan village.

Connectivity of Raksan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raksan. As per the 2011 stats, Raksan 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raksan

Knowing the nearby villages of Raksan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raksan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raksan

Where is Raksan located?
Raksan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksan is Rakasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raksan?
The pincode of Raksan is 144515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raksan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raksan is 505, with 247 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Raksan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raksan village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raksan is 68.91%. The male literacy rate is 74.09%, while the female literacy rate is 63.95%.