Rakhalkillah - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Rakhalkillah is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Simlabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhalkillah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhalkillah is 281879. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.32 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rakhalkillah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhalkillah
As per Census 2011, Rakhalkillah village has a total population of 2,726 people, consisting of 1,423 males and 1,303 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 1,337 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhalkillah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,726 | 1,423 | 1,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 251 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 785 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,337 | 638 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhalkillah
Rakhalkillah is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhalkillah
Rakhalkillah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Rakhalkillah is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Rakhalkillah is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhalkillah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhalkillah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhalkillah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhalkillah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rakhalkillah
Where is Rakhalkillah located?
Rakhalkillah village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhalkillah?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhalkillah is Simlabari.
What is the pincode of Rakhalkillah?
The pincode of Rakhalkillah is 783129.
What is the population of Rakhalkillah?
Rakhalkillah has a total population of 2,726, including 1,423 males and 1,303 females.
How many households are there in Rakhalkillah?
There are 541 households in Rakhalkillah.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhalkillah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhalkillah is 50.95%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 46.35%.