Raybar - Bhagawanpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Raybar is a village situated in the Bhagawanpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bibhisanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raybar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raybar is 345431. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.4 hectares and falls under the 721626 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Raybar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raybar
According to the 2011 Census, Raybar village had a total population of 489 people, including 258 males and 231 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.78%, with male literacy at 94.98% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 489 | 258 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 208 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 50 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Raybar
Raybar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raybar
Raybar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Raybar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raybar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raybar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raybar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raybar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raybar
Where is Raybar located?
Raybar village is located in Bhagawanpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raybar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raybar is Bibhisanpur.
What is the pincode of Raybar?
The pincode of Raybar is 721626.
What is the population of Raybar?
Raybar had a total population of 489, including 258 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Raybar?
Raybar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raybar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raybar was 88.78%. Male literacy was 94.98% and female literacy was 82.00%.