Raychak
Raychak is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.7km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 46.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nurpur is the gram panchayat of Raychak village.
Raychak has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Raychak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raychak is 334448. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Raychak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Raychak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Raychak
Population of Raychak
Below is a concise population overview of Raychak 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 | 1,243 | 630 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,133 | 568 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 455 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 175 | 245 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raychak village:
- The total population of Raychak village is around 1,243, including approximately 630 males and 613 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Raychak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raychak village has 1,133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raychak village is about 66.21%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 60.03%.
- There are around 282 households in Raychak village.
Connectivity of Raychak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raychak. As per the 2011 stats, Raychak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raychak
Knowing the nearby villages of Raychak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raychak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raychak
- Where is Raychak located?
- Raychak village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raychak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raychak is Nurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raychak?
- The pincode of Raychak is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raychak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raychak is 1,243, with 630 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Raychak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raychak village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raychak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raychak is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 72.22%, while the female literacy rate is 60.03%.