Rachhan

Rachhan is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Rachhan village. As per 2009 stats, Nahlian is the gram panchayat of Rachhan village.

Rachhan 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 Rachhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rachhan is 010917. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Nadaun is nearest town to Rachhan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rachhan 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 Jawalamukhi 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 Rachhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 175 91 84
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 15 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 115 60 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 122 70 52
Illiterate Population 53 21 32

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

  • The total population of Rachhan village is around 175, including approximately 91 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Rachhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rachhan village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rachhan village is about 69.71%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 61.90%.
  • There are around 42 households in Rachhan village.

Connectivity of Rachhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rachhan. As per the 2011 stats, Rachhan 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rachhan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rachhan

Where is Rachhan located?
Rachhan village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rachhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachhan is Nahlian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rachhan?
The pincode of Rachhan is 176030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rachhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rachhan is 175, with 91 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Rachhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rachhan village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rachhan is 69.71%. The male literacy rate is 76.92%, while the female literacy rate is 61.90%.