Raska
Raska is a village located in Chandrakona Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.5km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrakona . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Raska village. As per 2009 stats, Basanchora is the gram panchayat of Raska village.
Raska has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Raska
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raska is 337597. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721242. Chandrakona is nearest town to Raska village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Raska
Population of Raska
Below is a concise population overview of Raska 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 | 577 | 305 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 130 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 225 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 80 | 108 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raska village:
- The total population of Raska village is around 577, including approximately 305 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Raska village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raska village has 241 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raska village is about 67.42%, with male literacy at 73.77% and female literacy at 60.29%.
- There are around 135 households in Raska village.
Connectivity of Raska
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raska. As per the 2011 stats, Raska 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 Raska
Knowing the nearby villages of Raska helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raska.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raska
- Where is Raska located?
- Raska village is situated in Chandrakona Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raska?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raska is Basanchora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raska?
- The pincode of Raska is 721242, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raska as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raska is 577, with 305 males and 272 females.
- How many households are there in Raska as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raska village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raska as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raska is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 60.29%.