Raikhan
About Raikhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Raikhan village is 310843. Raikhan village is located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 29.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Jakirpur is the gram panchayat of Raikhan village.
The total geographical area of village is 73.72 hectares. Raikhan has a total population of 864 peoples, out of which male population is 456 while female population is 408. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 894 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of raikhan village is 65.74% out of which 71.27% males and 59.56% females are literate. There are about 175 houses in raikhan village. Pincode of raikhan village locality is 733141.
Balurghat is nearest town to raikhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Raikhan
The population details of Raikhan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 456 | 408 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 568 | 325 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 131 | 165 |
Connectivity of Raikhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raikhan
Where is Raikhan located?
Raikhan village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikhan is Jakirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raikhan?
The pincode of Raikhan is 733141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikhan is 864, with 456 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raikhan village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikhan is 65.74%. The male literacy rate is 71.27%, while the female literacy rate is 59.56%.