Rakh

Rakh is a village located in Dhira tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Dhira. Dhira is the sub-district headquarter of Rakh village. As per 2009 stats, Kairwan is the gram panchayat of Rakh village.

Rakh 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 Rakh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakh is 011211. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176084. Palampur is nearest town to Rakh village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rakh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 240 106 134
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 15 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 7 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 188 89 99
Illiterate Population 52 17 35

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

  • The total population of Rakh village is around 240, including approximately 106 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 1264 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Rakh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakh village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rakh village is about 78.33%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 73.88%.
  • There are around 59 households in Rakh village.

Connectivity of Rakh

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

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

Bhati Suar Buhla Nauana Parmar Nagar Simbal Pat Kiyara Bhatka Gagoti Kharaina Alsa Badrer

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakh

Where is Rakh located?
Rakh village is situated in Dhira Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakh is Kairwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rakh?
The pincode of Rakh is 176084, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakh is 240, with 106 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Rakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakh village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakh is 78.33%. The male literacy rate is 83.96%, while the female literacy rate is 73.88%.