Raichenga
Raichenga is a village located in Falakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 38.8km away from sub-district headquarter Falakata (tehsildar office) and 60.7km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Falakata Ii is the gram panchayat of Raichenga village.
Raichenga has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Raichenga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raichenga is 307397. The village spans a total geographical area of 788.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735211. Falakata is nearest town to Raichenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Raichenga
Population of Raichenga
Below is a concise population overview of Raichenga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,892 | 6,554 | 6,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,454 | 748 | 706 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,378 | 2,239 | 2,139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 9,122 | 4,904 | 4,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,770 | 1,650 | 2,120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raichenga village:
- The total population of Raichenga village is around 12,892, including approximately 6,554 males and 6,338 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,454 children aged 0–6 years in Raichenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raichenga village has 4,378 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 367 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raichenga village is about 70.76%, with male literacy at 74.82% and female literacy at 66.55%.
- There are around 3,061 households in Raichenga village.
Connectivity of Raichenga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raichenga. As per the 2011 stats, Raichenga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Raichenga
Knowing the nearby villages of Raichenga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raichenga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raichenga
- Where is Raichenga located?
- Raichenga village is situated in Falakata Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raichenga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raichenga is Falakata Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raichenga?
- The pincode of Raichenga is 735211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raichenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raichenga is 12,892, with 6,554 males and 6,338 females.
- How many households are there in Raichenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raichenga village has a total of 3,061 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raichenga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raichenga is 70.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.82%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.