Rapot - Thural, Kangra
Rapot is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Mundhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rapot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rapot is 011058. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.15 hectares and falls under the 176092 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Rapot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rapot
As per Census 2011, Rapot village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 216 males and 215 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rapot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 216 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 188 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Rapot
Rapot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rapot
Rapot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Rapot is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rapot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rapot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rapot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rapot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rapot
Where is Rapot located?
Rapot village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rapot?
The Gram Panchayat of Rapot is Mundhi.
What is the pincode of Rapot?
The pincode of Rapot is 176092.
What is the population of Rapot?
Rapot has a total population of 431, including 216 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Rapot?
There are 103 households in Rapot.
What is the literacy rate in Rapot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rapot is 82.60%. Male literacy is 87.04% and female literacy is 78.14%.