Rakona

Rakona is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.2km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 39.2km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Rakona village.

Rakona has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Rakona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakona is 317948. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Rakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Rakona

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,508 762 746
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 104 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 23 12 11
Literate Population 1,085 583 502
Illiterate Population 423 179 244

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

  • The total population of Rakona village is around 1,508, including approximately 762 males and 746 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Rakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakona village has 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rakona village is about 71.95%, with male literacy at 76.51% and female literacy at 67.29%.
  • There are around 336 households in Rakona village.

Connectivity of Rakona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakona. As per the 2011 stats, Rakona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rakona

Knowing the nearby villages of Rakona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakona.

Satlapur Nankulasiali Delora Nripatigram Gopinathpur Sunut Shalka Uttar Kona Tarapur Rangpur Muragachhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakona

Where is Rakona located?
Rakona village is situated in Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakona is Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rakona?
The pincode of Rakona is 731214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakona is 1,508, with 762 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Rakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakona village has a total of 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakona is 71.95%. The male literacy rate is 76.51%, while the female literacy rate is 67.29%.