Rakhej

Rakhej is a village located in Sutrapada taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sutrapada (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Rakhej village is also a gram panchayat.

Rakhej has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh 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 Rakhej

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakhej is 515096. The village spans a total geographical area of 625.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362275. Kodinar is nearest town to Rakhej village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Rakhej

Below is a concise population overview of Rakhej as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,320 1,180 1,140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 127 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 200 185
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,593 910 683
Illiterate Population 727 270 457

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rakhej village:

  • The total population of Rakhej village is around 2,320, including approximately 1,180 males and 1,140 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Rakhej village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakhej village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rakhej village is about 68.66%, with male literacy at 77.12% and female literacy at 59.91%.
  • There are around 416 households in Rakhej village.

Connectivity of Rakhej

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakhej. As per the 2011 stats, Rakhej 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 Rakhej

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

Prashnavda Vadodra Barevla Singsar Matana Thordi Dhamlej Kanjotar Valadar Sandhnidhar Ghantvad

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakhej

Where is Rakhej located?
Rakhej village is situated in Sutrapada Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhej?
Rakhej serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rakhej?
The pincode of Rakhej is 362275, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakhej as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakhej is 2,320, with 1,180 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Rakhej as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakhej village has a total of 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhej as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakhej is 68.66%. The male literacy rate is 77.12%, while the female literacy rate is 59.91%.