Rahij

Rahij is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Rahij village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Rahij unique in its vibrant Mangrol-Junagadh region. You’ll see Rahij’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Rahij

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahij is 514812. The village spans a total geographical area of 825.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362225. Mangrol is nearest town to Rahij village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rahij 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rahij

According to the 2011 Census, Rahij has a total population of about 2,784, with approximately 1,456 males and 1,328 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 273 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 168 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 158. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.83%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 54.29%. There are around 514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rahij's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,784 1,456 1,328
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 273 151 122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 168 91 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 158 77 81
Literate Population 1,805 1,084 721
Illiterate Population 979 372 607

Connectivity of Rahij

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rahij. As per the 2011 stats, Rahij had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rahij

Knowing the nearby villages of Rahij helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rahij.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rahij

Where is Rahij located?
Rahij village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahij?
Rahij serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rahij?
The pincode of Rahij is 362225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rahij as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahij is 2,784, with 1,456 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Rahij as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rahij village has a total of 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahij as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahij is 64.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 54.29%.