Raikhan
About Raikhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Raikhan village is 010523. Raikhan village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Raikhan village. As per 2009 stats, Sihorpai is the gram panchayat of Raikhan village.
The total geographical area of village is 134.95 hectares. Raikhan has a total population of 771 peoples, out of which male population is 364 while female population is 407. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1118 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of raikhan village is 81.32% out of which 85.71% males and 77.40% females are literate. There are about 170 houses in raikhan village. Pincode of raikhan village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Raikhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Raikhan village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to raikhan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Raikhan
The population details of Raikhan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 771 | 364 | 407 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 627 | 312 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 52 | 92 |
Connectivity of Raikhan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raikhan
Where is Raikhan located?
Raikhan village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikhan is Sihorpai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raikhan?
The pincode of Raikhan is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raikhan is 771, with 364 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raikhan village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raikhan is 81.32%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 77.40%.