Rihri
Rihri is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Rihri village. As per 2009 stats, Thill is the gram panchayat of Rihri village.
Rihri 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 Rihri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rihri is 010957. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176055. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Rihri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Rihri 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.
Google Map of Rihri
Population of Rihri
Below is a concise population overview of Rihri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rihri village:
- The total population of Rihri village is around 125, including approximately 71 males and 54 females, with a sex ratio of 760 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Rihri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rihri village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Rihri village is about 80.80%, with male literacy at 88.73% and female literacy at 70.37%.
- There are around 27 households in Rihri village.
Connectivity of Rihri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rihri. As per the 2011 stats, Rihri 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 Rihri
Knowing the nearby villages of Rihri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rihri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rihri
- Where is Rihri located?
- Rihri village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rihri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rihri is Thill (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rihri?
- The pincode of Rihri is 176055, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rihri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rihri is 125, with 71 males and 54 females.
- How many households are there in Rihri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rihri village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rihri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rihri is 80.80%. The male literacy rate is 88.73%, while the female literacy rate is 70.37%.