Rajol

Rajol is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Rajol village. As per 2009 stats, Rajol village is also a gram panchayat.

Rajol 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 Rajol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajol is 009460. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Kangra is nearest town to Rajol village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rajol 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 Shahpur 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 Rajol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 960 475 485
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 54 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 99 44 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 3 4
Literate Population 757 395 362
Illiterate Population 203 80 123

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

  • The total population of Rajol village is around 960, including approximately 475 males and 485 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Rajol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rajol village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rajol village is about 78.85%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 74.64%.
  • There are around 210 households in Rajol village.

Connectivity of Rajol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajol. As per the 2011 stats, Rajol 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 Rajol

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rajol

Where is Rajol located?
Rajol village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajol?
Rajol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rajol?
The pincode of Rajol is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rajol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajol is 960, with 475 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Rajol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rajol village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajol is 78.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.16%, while the female literacy rate is 74.64%.