Raygara

Raygara is a village located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 24.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bhagabandh is the gram panchayat of Raygara village.

Raygara has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Raygara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raygara is 331748. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723153. Purulia is nearest town to Raygara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Raygara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,800 905 895
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 342 187 155
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 21 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 486 255 231
Literate Population 803 492 311
Illiterate Population 997 413 584

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

  • The total population of Raygara village is around 1,800, including approximately 905 males and 895 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 342 children aged 0–6 years in Raygara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raygara village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Raygara village is about 44.61%, with male literacy at 54.36% and female literacy at 34.75%.
  • There are around 297 households in Raygara village.

Connectivity of Raygara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Raygara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Raygara

Where is Raygara located?
Raygara village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raygara?
The Gram Panchayat of Raygara is Bhagabandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raygara?
The pincode of Raygara is 723153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raygara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raygara is 1,800, with 905 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Raygara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raygara village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raygara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raygara is 44.61%. The male literacy rate is 54.36%, while the female literacy rate is 34.75%.