Raktia
Raktia is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Raktia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Paschimbarh is the gram panchayat of Raktia village.
Here you can discover what makes Raktia unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Raktia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Raktia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raktia is 346138. The village spans a total geographical area of 20.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Raktia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Raktia
Population of Raktia
According to the 2011 Census, Raktia has a total population of about 286, with approximately 149 males and 137 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.22%, with male literacy at about 85.91% and female literacy near 80.29%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raktia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 286 | 149 | 137 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 238 | 128 | 110 |
Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Connectivity of Raktia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raktia. As per the 2011 stats, Raktia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raktia
Knowing the nearby villages of Raktia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raktia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raktia
- Where is Raktia located?
- Raktia village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raktia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raktia is Raipur Paschimbarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raktia?
- The pincode of Raktia is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raktia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raktia is 286, with 149 males and 137 females.
- How many households are there in Raktia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raktia village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raktia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raktia is 83.22%. The male literacy rate is 85.91%, while the female literacy rate is 80.29%.