Raika
Raika is a village located in Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Pratapnagar (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Raika village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Raika unique in its vibrant Pratapnagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Raika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Raika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raika is 043434. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Raika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 71km away.
Google Map of Raika
Population of Raika
According to the 2011 Census, Raika has a total population of about 990, with approximately 478 males and 512 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.11%, with male literacy at about 74.90% and female literacy near 48.24%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 990 | 478 | 512 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Literate Population | 605 | 358 | 247 |
Illiterate Population | 385 | 120 | 265 |
Connectivity of Raika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raika. As per the 2011 stats, Raika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raika
Knowing the nearby villages of Raika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raika
- Where is Raika located?
- Raika village is situated in Pratapnagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raika?
- Raika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raika?
- The pincode of Raika is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raika is 990, with 478 males and 512 females.
- How many households are there in Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raika village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raika is 61.11%. The male literacy rate is 74.90%, while the female literacy rate is 48.24%.