Rajial - Harchakian, Kangra
Rajial is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Manai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajial is 009290. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.72 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Rajial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajial
According to the 2011 Census, Rajial village had a total population of 540 people, including 279 males and 261 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.44%, with male literacy at 89.56% and female literacy at 76.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 540 | 279 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 223 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rajial
Rajial 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 Rajial
Rajial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Rajial is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rajial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajial
Where is Rajial located?
Rajial village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajial?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajial is Manai.
What is the pincode of Rajial?
The pincode of Rajial is 176210.
What is the population of Rajial?
Rajial had a total population of 540, including 279 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Rajial?
Rajial had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajial was 83.44%. Male literacy was 89.56% and female literacy was 76.75%.