Rikh Nali - Dalhousie, Chamba
Rikh Nali is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Osal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikh Nali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikh Nali is 007457. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.01 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rikh Nali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rikh Nali
According to the 2011 Census, Rikh Nali village had a total population of 91 people, including 47 males and 44 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.62%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 58.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Rikh Nali
Rikh Nali 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 Rikh Nali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rikh Nali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Rikh Nali is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Rikh Nali is about 62 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 Rikh Nali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikh Nali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rikh Nali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikh Nali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rikh Nali
Where is Rikh Nali located?
Rikh Nali village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikh Nali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikh Nali is Osal.
What is the pincode of Rikh Nali?
The pincode of Rikh Nali is 176304.
What is the population of Rikh Nali?
Rikh Nali had a total population of 91, including 47 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Rikh Nali?
Rikh Nali had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikh Nali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikh Nali was 72.62%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 58.14%.