Rachol
About Rachol
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rachol village is 626901. Rachol village is located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 12km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rachol village. As per 2009 stats, Rachol village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 272 hectares. Rachol has a total population of 1,686 peoples, out of which male population is 827 while female population is 859. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1038 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rachol village is 77.70% out of which 84.04% males and 71.59% females are literate. There are about 382 houses in rachol village. Pincode of rachol village locality is 403719.
When it comes to administration, Rachol village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Rachol village comes under Curtorim Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Salcete is nearest town to rachol village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Rachol
The population details of Rachol cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 827 | 859 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,209 | 586 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 695 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 132 | 244 |
Connectivity of Rachol
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rachol
Where is Rachol located?
Rachol village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rachol?
Rachol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rachol?
The pincode of Rachol is 403719, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rachol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rachol is 1,686, with 827 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Rachol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rachol village has a total of 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rachol is 77.70%. The male literacy rate is 84.04%, while the female literacy rate is 71.59%.