Raiya Tunda - Taranagar, Churu
Raiya Tunda is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Raiya Tunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiya Tunda is 069942. The village covers a total geographical area of 3672.11 hectares and falls under the 331302 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raiya Tunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raiya Tunda
As per Census 2011, Raiya Tunda village has a total population of 3,783 people, consisting of 1,942 males and 1,841 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,943 literate and 1,840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiya Tunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,783 | 1,942 | 1,841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 304 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 334 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,943 | 1,207 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,840 | 735 | 1,105 |
Nearby Villages of Raiya Tunda
Raiya Tunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Mana | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Baniyala | North | 4.59 km |
| Bhoorawas | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Peethana | South | 5.05 km |
| Somsisar | West | 6.09 km |
| Bharang | North-East | 7.24 km |
| Biliya | South-East | 7.64 km |
| Tidiyasar | North-West | 7.71 km |
| Sarayan | South-West | 7.74 km |
| Kharthali | East | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiya Tunda
Raiya Tunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupshahr, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Raiya Tunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Raiya Tunda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiya Tunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiya Tunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raiya Tunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiya Tunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raiya Tunda
Where is Raiya Tunda located?
Raiya Tunda village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiya Tunda?
Raiya Tunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raiya Tunda?
The pincode of Raiya Tunda is 331302.
What is the population of Raiya Tunda?
Raiya Tunda has a total population of 3,783, including 1,942 males and 1,841 females.
How many households are there in Raiya Tunda?
There are 647 households in Raiya Tunda.
What is the literacy rate in Raiya Tunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiya Tunda is 51.36%. Male literacy is 62.15% and female literacy is 39.98%.