Radi - Dharwala, Chamba
Radi is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chamba. Radi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radi is 007905. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Radi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radi
According to the 2011 Census, Radi village had a total population of 746 people, including 384 males and 362 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 56.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 746 | 384 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 274 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 110 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Radi
Radi 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 Radi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Radi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Radi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radi
Where is Radi located?
Radi village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radi?
Radi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Radi?
The pincode of Radi is 176311.
What is the population of Radi?
Radi had a total population of 746, including 384 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Radi?
Radi had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radi was 69.55%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 56.59%.