Rajakhanda
Rajakhanda is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 25.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chandra is the gram panchayat of Rajakhanda village.
Rajakhanda 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 Rajakhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajakhanda is 331110. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Rajakhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Rajakhanda
Below is a concise population overview of Rajakhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 379 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 253 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 126 | 234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rajakhanda village:
- The total population of Rajakhanda village is around 768, including approximately 379 males and 389 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Rajakhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rajakhanda village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 299 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rajakhanda village is about 53.13%, with male literacy at 66.75% and female literacy at 39.85%.
- There are around 149 households in Rajakhanda village.
Connectivity of Rajakhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajakhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Rajakhanda 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajakhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajakhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajakhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajakhanda
- Where is Rajakhanda located?
- Rajakhanda village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajakhanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rajakhanda is Chandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rajakhanda?
- The pincode of Rajakhanda is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajakhanda is 768, with 379 males and 389 females.
- How many households are there in Rajakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajakhanda village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajakhanda is 53.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 39.85%.