How many villages are in Riga Block?
Riga Block has 42 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 39 inhabited villages. They are part of Sitamarhi district in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Riga Block Village List
Riga Block in Sitamarhi district, Bihar has 42 Census 2011 village records, including 39 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 206,979 people, 43,032 households and 12,914.92 hectares. Reported local context includes 15 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Riga Block has 42 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 39 inhabited villages. They are part of Sitamarhi district in Bihar.
Villages42
Inhabited Villages39
Population206,979
Households43,032
Area (ha)12,914.92
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Riga Block is in Sitamarhi district, Bihar.
- Village Records
- 42 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 39
- Listed Population
- 206,979
- Households
- 43,032
- Recorded Village Area
- 12,914.92 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 16
- Largest by Population
- Riga (27,518 people)
- Largest by Area
- Riga (1,914.22 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Riga is the highest-population village listed in Riga Block, with 27,518 people and 5,766 households. It represents 13% of the listed block village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riga | 27,518 | 13% | 5,766 | 4.8 | 1,914.22 | 1,437.6 | Sitamarhi | 8.0 |
| 2 | Sirauli | 20,193 | 9.8% | 4,259 | 4.7 | 1,171 | 1,724.4 | Sitamarhi | 5.0 |
| 3 | Rewasi Maksudpur | 12,104 | 5.8% | 2,630 | 4.6 | 873.68 | 1,385.4 | Sitamarhi | 15.0 |
| 4 | Bhagwanpur Piprarhi | 10,226 | 4.9% | 2,017 | 5.1 | 204.29 | 5,005.6 | Sitamarhi | 8.0 |
| 5 | Ganeshpur Babhangawan | 8,988 | 4.3% | 2,104 | 4.3 | 418 | 2,150.2 | Sitamarhi | 11.0 |
| 6 | Pakri | 7,516 | 3.6% | 1,500 | 5 | 487 | 1,543.3 | Sitamarhi | 12.0 |
| 7 | Bhabdepur | 7,504 | 3.6% | 1,547 | 4.9 | 291 | 2,578.7 | Sitamarhi | 1.0 |
| 8 | Panchhaur | 6,442 | 3.1% | 1,316 | 4.9 | 325.75 | 1,977.6 | Sitamarhi | 9.0 |
| 9 | Posua Patania | 6,387 | 3.1% | 1,292 | 4.9 | 153.83 | 4,152 | Sitamarhi | 10.0 |
| 10 | Rampur Gangauli | 6,272 | 3% | 1,261 | 5 | 624 | 1,005.1 | Sitamarhi | 17.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Riga has the largest recorded village area in Riga Block, at 1,914.22 hectares. This is 15% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riga | 1,914.22 | 15% | 27,518 | 1,437.6 | 5,766 | 3.01 | Sitamarhi | 8.0 |
| 2 | Sirauli | 1,171 | 9.1% | 20,193 | 1,724.4 | 4,259 | 3.64 | Sitamarhi | 5.0 |
| 3 | Rewasi Maksudpur | 873.68 | 6.8% | 12,104 | 1,385.4 | 2,630 | 3.01 | Sitamarhi | 15.0 |
| 4 | Rampur Gangauli | 624 | 4.8% | 6,272 | 1,005.1 | 1,261 | 2.02 | Sitamarhi | 17.0 |
| 5 | Kharsan | 499 | 3.9% | 5,056 | 1,013.2 | 1,089 | 2.18 | Sitamarhi | 11.0 |
| 6 | Pakri | 487 | 3.8% | 7,516 | 1,543.3 | 1,500 | 3.08 | Sitamarhi | 12.0 |
| 7 | Ganeshpur Babhangawan | 418 | 3.2% | 8,988 | 2,150.2 | 2,104 | 5.03 | Sitamarhi | 11.0 |
| 8 | Sonar | 417 | 3.2% | 4,956 | 1,188.5 | 1,060 | 2.54 | Sitamarhi | 13.0 |
| 9 | Mahesia | 383 | 3% | 5,301 | 1,384.1 | 1,095 | 2.86 | Sitamarhi | 23.0 |
| 10 | Bhagwanpur | 382 | 3% | 5,519 | 1,444.8 | 1,122 | 2.94 | Sitamarhi | 15.0 |
Population Summary
Riga Block has 206,979 people in 43,032 households across 42 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village4,928
Average Household Size4.8
Inhabited Village %93%
Population Density / sq km1,602.6
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population206,979
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Riga villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 15 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Anhari, Bhagwanpur and Bhavdepur.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported15
Nearest Town Names Reported1
CD blocks reported: Riga.
Gram Panchayats reported: Anhari, Bhagwanpur, Bhavdepur, Bulakipur, Ganeshpur Babhangama, Kusumari, Mahesiya, Pakari Mathwa, Posua Patania, Rewasi, Riga First, Riga Second, Sahbajpur and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Riga Block is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 39 villages (93%), mobile coverage in 27 villages (64%), all-weather road in 31 villages (74%), domestic power supply in 31 villages (74%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 39 | 39 | 3 | 92.86 |
| Mobile Coverage | 27 | 39 | 15 | 64.29 |
| All-Weather Road | 31 | 39 | 11 | 73.81 |
| PDS Shop | 27 | 39 | 15 | 64.29 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 31 | 39 | 11 | 73.81 |
Median Nearest Town Distance11 km
Villages within 5 km2
Villages over 25 km3
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 2 | 5.1% |
| 5-10 Km | 16 | 41% |
| 10-25 Km | 18 | 46% |
| Over 25 Km | 3 | 7.7% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Riga villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 39 villages, with an average of 13.03 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 30.0 km for Sirahi. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 39 | 13.03 | 30 | Sirahi | Sitamarhi |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Riga Block. The page summarises 26 data fields and 1,041 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 252 | 168 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 120 | 81 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 123 | 117 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 312 | 98 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 78 | 58 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 39 | 27 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 117 | 93 |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Riga
Riga Block has 5 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 4 banks and 2 PIN codes. Bank of Baroda has the highest number of listed records, with 2 entries (40%). PIN code 843327 has the highest listed count, with 4 records (80%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Records / 100 Villages11.9
ATM Share80%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share20%
Records / Bank1.2
ATM/CDM/CRM Records5
ATMs4
CRMs1
Banks4
PINs2
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 4 | 80% |
| CRM | 1 | 20% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 2 | 40% |
| Bank of India | 1 | 20% |
| Central Bank of India | 1 | 20% |
| State Bank of India | 1 | 20% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 843327 | 4 | 80% |
| 843301 | 1 | 20% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 843327 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 843301 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Riga Block, including banks such as Bank of Baroda, Bank of India and Central Bank of India. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 843327 | Sitamarhi | Riga | Barahi | Barahi First Floor, VILL Barahi Barahi, Sitamarhi, Bihar, 843327 |
| Bank of India | CRM | 843327 | Sitamarhi | Riga | Riga | Dhanukagram Road Riga Riga, Sitamarhi, Bihar, 843327 |
| Central Bank of India | ATM | 843301 | Sitamarhi | Riga | Anhari Ujiari | Sitamarhi Anhari, P. O. Punaura, Teh.righa, 843301, Sitamarhi, Bihar, 843301 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 843327 | Sitamarhi | Riga | Riga | Village-Panchhor Sbi, Sitamarhi, Bihar, 843327 |
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 843327 | Sitamarhi | Riga | Riga | Kusmari Road Righa MILL Bazar, Sitamarhi, Bihar, 843327 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
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Villages in Riga Block
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Riga Block. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
A Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anhari Ujiari | 219388 | 4,229 | 899 | 311 | Riga | Anhari | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Asogi | 219355 | 1,439 | 326 | 93.21 | Riga | Bulakipur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Azrakbe Posua Patania | 219352 | 0 | — | 23 | Riga | Posua Patania | — | — | — | — |
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakhri | 219361 | 2,769 | 589 | 140.03 | Riga | Ganeshpur Babhangama | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Barahi | 219370 | 2,786 | 657 | 218.01 | Riga | Sahbajpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Basantpur | 219376 | 2,612 | 532 | 192.16 | Riga | Mahesiya | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Batraulia | 219374 | 720 | 103 | 36.30 | Riga | Mahesiya | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Bhabdepur | 219364 | 7,504 | 1,547 | 291 | Riga | Bhavdepur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Bhagwanpur | 219384 | 5,519 | 1,122 | 382 | Riga | Bhagwanpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Bhagwanpur Piprarhi | 219363 | 10,226 | 2,017 | 204.29 | Riga | Bhavdepur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Bhawanipur | 219385 | 4,937 | 1,095 | 295 | Riga | Bhagwanpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Bhorha | 219389 | 3,752 | 728 | 173 | Riga | Anhari | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Bokta | 219373 | 0 | — | 45 | Riga | Mahesiya | — | — | — | — | ||
| Budhwara | 219358 | 924 | 170 | 51.85 | Riga | Bulakipur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Bulakipur | 219356 | 3,606 | 810 | 210.04 | Riga | Bulakipur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
G Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur Babhangawan | 219360 | 8,988 | 2,104 | 418 | Riga | Ganeshpur Babhangama | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
I Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ijrahia | 219382 | 1,677 | 363 | 83 | Riga | Anhari | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapraul Siroman | 219362 | 5,924 | 1,214 | 242 | Riga | Sirauli First | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Khairwa | 219353 | 2,701 | 517 | 227.39 | Riga | Posua Patania | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kharsan | 219379 | 5,056 | 1,089 | 499 | Riga | Sahbajpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kusumari | 219380 | 5,270 | 927 | 291 | Riga | Kusumari | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahesia | 219377 | 5,301 | 1,095 | 383 | Riga | Mahesiya | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Mandar | 219366 | 3,383 | 686 | 199 | Riga | Anhari | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Mathwa Azrakbe Balua Arazi | 219367 | 1,025 | 262 | 75.01 | Riga | Pakari Mathwa | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narsanda Urf Narsawan | 219387 | 3,378 | 640 | 297 | Riga | Bhagwanpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Nazarpur | 219359 | 1,051 | 237 | 72.11 | Riga | Bulakipur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakri | 219375 | 2,809 | 555 | 181.84 | Riga | Mahesiya | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Pakri | 219381 | 7,516 | 1,500 | 487 | Riga | Mahesiya | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Panchhaur | 219369 | 6,442 | 1,316 | 325.75 | Riga | Kusumari | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Posua Patania | 219349 | 6,387 | 1,292 | 153.83 | Riga | Posua Patania | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Posua Patania | 219350 | 1,367 | 280 | 282.08 | Riga | Posua Patania | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Posua Patania | 219351 | 0 | — | 14.96 | Riga | Posua Patania | — | — | — | — |
R Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | 219365 | 765 | 168 | 43.30 | Riga | Pakari Mathwa | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Rampur Gangauli | 219371 | 6,272 | 1,261 | 624 | Riga | Sirahi | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Rewasi Maksudpur | 219383 | 12,104 | 2,630 | 873.68 | Riga | Rewasi | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Riga | 219357 | 27,518 | 5,766 | 1,914.22 | Riga | Riga First, Riga Second | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sankhi | 219368 | 3,399 | 657 | 208 | Riga | Pakari Mathwa | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Shahbazpur | 219378 | 5,800 | 1,247 | 323 | Riga | Sahbajpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Simri | 219386 | 1,066 | 178 | 101 | Riga | Bhagwanpur | Sitamarhi | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Sirahi | 219372 | 5,608 | 1,134 | 341.86 | Riga | Sirahi | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Sirauli | 219348 | 20,193 | 4,259 | 1,171 | Riga | Sirauli First, Sirauli Second | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Sonar | 219354 | 4,956 | 1,060 | 417 | Riga | Bulakipur | Sitamarhi | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Riga Block?
Riga is the most populated village listed for Riga Block, with 27,518 people and 5,766 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Riga Block?
Riga has the largest recorded village area in Riga Block, at 1,914.22 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Riga Block?
The administrative summary reports 15 Gram Panchayats for Riga Block. Reported names include Anhari, Bhagwanpur and Bhavdepur.
What village facilities are reported in Riga Block?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 39 villages, all-weather road in 31 villages, domestic power supply in 31 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Riga Block?
Riga Block has 5 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. Bank of Baroda has the highest number of listed records, with 2 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Riga Block village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Riga also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.