Raikanda
About Raikanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Raikanda village is 340716. Raikanda village is located in Gopiballavpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Raikanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Saria is the gram panchayat of Raikanda village.
The total geographical area of village is 60.8 hectares. Raikanda has a total population of 556 peoples, out of which male population is 282 while female population is 274. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of raikanda village is 59.35% out of which 70.57% males and 47.81% females are literate. There are about 115 houses in raikanda village. Pincode of raikanda village locality is 721506.
Jhargram is nearest town to raikanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Raikanda
The population details of Raikanda 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 | 556 | 282 | 274 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 386 | 193 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 199 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 83 | 143 |
Connectivity of Raikanda
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raikanda
Where is Raikanda located?
Raikanda village is situated in Gopiballavpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikanda is Saria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raikanda?
The pincode of Raikanda is 721506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raikanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikanda is 556, with 282 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Raikanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raikanda village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikanda is 59.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.57%, while the female literacy rate is 47.81%.