Raxa Dannia - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Raxa Dannia is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Raxa Dannia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raxa Dannia is 198148. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.3 hectares and falls under the 277123 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Raxa Dannia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raxa Dannia
According to the 2011 Census, Raxa Dannia village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 846 males and 896 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.82%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 1,742 | 846 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 136 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 617 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 229 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Raxa Dannia
Raxa Dannia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jigani M.ratasarh | South | 1.39 km |
| Kalyan Dehra | East | 1.74 km |
| Meulikanaspur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Sarya Khabaspur | West | 1.94 km |
| Bishar | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Jiganhara | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Suhawa | South | 2.30 km |
| Sona Dih | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Ranjitpur | East | 2.62 km |
| Dobhawa | West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raxa Dannia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raxa Dannia. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Raxa Dannia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raxa Dannia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raxa Dannia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raxa Dannia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raxa Dannia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raxa Dannia
Where is Raxa Dannia located?
Raxa Dannia village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raxa Dannia?
Raxa Dannia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raxa Dannia?
The pincode of Raxa Dannia is 277123.
What is the population of Raxa Dannia?
Raxa Dannia had a total population of 1,742, including 846 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Raxa Dannia?
Raxa Dannia had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raxa Dannia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raxa Dannia was 75.82%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 65.73%.