Rahon

Rahon is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Rahon village. As per 2009 stats, Mehwa is the gram panchayat of Rahon village.

Rahon has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Rahon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahon is 010332. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176028. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Rahon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rahon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 127 67 60
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 8 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 19 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 96 56 40
Illiterate Population 31 11 20

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

  • The total population of Rahon village is around 127, including approximately 67 males and 60 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Rahon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rahon village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rahon village is about 75.59%, with male literacy at 83.58% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 27 households in Rahon village.

Connectivity of Rahon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Rahon

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

Bhatehr Awal Chatra Tripal Khas Kuthar Dhar Panyali Kahkar Harar Dhanotu Thathar Dalippur Reserve Jangal Dhar Panyali

Frequently Asked Questions about Rahon

Where is Rahon located?
Rahon village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahon is Mehwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rahon?
The pincode of Rahon is 176028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahon is 127, with 67 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rahon village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahon is 75.59%. The male literacy rate is 83.58%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.