Rihan

Rihan is a village located in Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Namhol. Namhol is the sub-district headquarter of Rihan village. As per 2009 stats, Jukhala is the gram panchayat of Rihan village.

Here you can discover what makes Rihan unique in its vibrant Namhol-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Rihan’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 Rihan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rihan is 019910. The village spans a total geographical area of 14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174033. Bilaspur is nearest town to Rihan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rihan 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 Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur 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 Rihan

According to the 2011 Census, Rihan has a total population of about 89, with approximately 50 males and 39 females. The sex ratio is around 780 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.79%, with male literacy at about 70.00% and female literacy near 71.79%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rihan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 89 50 39
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 11 8 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 19 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 63 35 28
Illiterate Population 26 15 11

Connectivity of Rihan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rihan. As per the 2011 stats, Rihan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rihan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rihan

Where is Rihan located?
Rihan village is situated in Namhol Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rihan is Jukhala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rihan?
The pincode of Rihan is 174033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rihan is 89, with 50 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Rihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rihan village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rihan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rihan is 70.79%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 71.79%.