Reckong Peo - Kalpa, Kinnaur
Reckong Peo is a village situated in the Kalpa tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Reckong Peo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reckong Peo is 027053. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.61 hectares and falls under the 172107 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Reckong Peo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Reckong Peo
According to the 2011 Census, Reckong Peo village had a total population of 2,397 people, including 1,529 males and 868 females, living in 531 households. The sex ratio was 568 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.31%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 674.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,397 | 1,529 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 114 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 674 | 331 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 2,049 | 1,395 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 134 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Reckong Peo
Reckong Peo 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 Reckong Peo
Reckong Peo 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Reckong Peo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reckong Peo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Reckong Peo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reckong Peo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Reckong Peo
Where is Reckong Peo located?
Reckong Peo village is located in Kalpa Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Reckong Peo?
The Gram Panchayat of Reckong Peo is Khawangi.
What is the pincode of Reckong Peo?
The pincode of Reckong Peo is 172107.
What is the population of Reckong Peo?
Reckong Peo had a total population of 2,397, including 1,529 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Reckong Peo?
Reckong Peo had 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Reckong Peo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reckong Peo was 93.31%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 85.71%.