Rakar

Rakar is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rakar village. As per 2009 stats, Rakkar is the gram panchayat of Rakar village.

Rakar 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 Rakar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakar is 009585. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176057. Dharmsala is nearest town to Rakar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rakar 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 Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Rakar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,258 637 621
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 82 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 53 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 817 430 387
Literate Population 914 498 416
Illiterate Population 344 139 205

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

  • The total population of Rakar village is around 1,258, including approximately 637 males and 621 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Rakar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakar village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 817 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rakar village is about 72.66%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 66.99%.
  • There are around 289 households in Rakar village.

Connectivity of Rakar

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakar

Where is Rakar located?
Rakar village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakar is Rakkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rakar?
The pincode of Rakar is 176057, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakar is 1,258, with 637 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Rakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakar village has a total of 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakar is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 66.99%.