Rah

Rah is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Rah village. As per 2009 stats, Janyankar is the gram panchayat of Rah village.

Rah 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 Rah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rah is 009809. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176036. Kangra is nearest town to Rah village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Rah village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Rah

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 289 115 174
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 17 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 53 27 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 216 87 129
Illiterate Population 73 28 45

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

  • The total population of Rah village is around 289, including approximately 115 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 1513 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Rah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rah village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rah village is about 74.74%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 74.14%.
  • There are around 67 households in Rah village.

Connectivity of Rah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rah. As per the 2011 stats, Rah 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rah

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

Bagh Dhagial Kanjehr Ruhalkar Har Bhanyarkar Jatehr Samela Janainkar Chakban Sareta Kaswara

Frequently Asked Questions about Rah

Where is Rah located?
Rah village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rah?
The Gram Panchayat of Rah is Janyankar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rah?
The pincode of Rah is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rah is 289, with 115 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Rah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rah village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rah is 74.74%. The male literacy rate is 75.65%, while the female literacy rate is 74.14%.