Raikundu

Raikundu is a village located in Daspur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Daspur . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Raikundu village. As per 2009 stats, Niznarajol is the gram panchayat of Raikundu village.

Raikundu 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 Raikundu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raikundu is 337789. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Medinipur is nearest town to Raikundu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Raikundu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandrakona Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Raikundu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,480 714 766
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 230 106 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,451 702 749
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 774 465 309
Illiterate Population 706 249 457

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

  • The total population of Raikundu village is around 1,480, including approximately 714 males and 766 females, with a sex ratio of 1072 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Raikundu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raikundu village has 1,451 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raikundu village is about 52.30%, with male literacy at 65.13% and female literacy at 40.34%.
  • There are around 286 households in Raikundu village.

Connectivity of Raikundu

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

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

Nearby Villages of Raikundu

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

Supapursuri Balluri Simana Kantadarja Uttar Jharia Chandipur Singaghai Dubrajpur Harirajpur Dakshin Jharia Bara Mara

Frequently Asked Questions about Raikundu

Where is Raikundu located?
Raikundu village is situated in Daspur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikundu?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikundu is Niznarajol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raikundu?
The pincode of Raikundu is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raikundu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikundu is 1,480, with 714 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Raikundu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raikundu village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikundu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikundu is 52.30%. The male literacy rate is 65.13%, while the female literacy rate is 40.34%.