Raithala - Malpura, Tonk
Raithala is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Kirawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raithala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raithala is 092523. The village covers a total geographical area of 592 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raithala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raithala
As per Census 2011, Raithala village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 278 males and 266 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raithala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 278 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 173 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 105 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Raithala
Raithala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dwarkapuri @ Boorhi | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Bachhera | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Banediya Charnan | North | 2.98 km |
| Kirawal | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Peepliya | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Kurthal | South | 3.85 km |
| Malikpur | West | 3.97 km |
| Chawandiya | East | 4.80 km |
| Dhuwaliya | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Kudli | North | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raithala
Raithala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dantra, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Raithala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Raithala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raithala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raithala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raithala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raithala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raithala
Where is Raithala located?
Raithala village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raithala?
The Gram Panchayat of Raithala is Kirawal.
What is the pincode of Raithala?
The pincode of Raithala is 304504.
What is the population of Raithala?
Raithala has a total population of 544, including 278 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Raithala?
There are 84 households in Raithala.
What is the literacy rate in Raithala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithala is 50.92%. Male literacy is 62.23% and female literacy is 39.10%.