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.

Raika has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 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.

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Population of Raika

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Raika village is around 990, including approximately 478 males and 512 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Raika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raika village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raika village is about 61.11%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 48.24%.
  • There are around 171 households in Raika village.

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)
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.

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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%.