Rakchham (59/1) - Sangla, Kinnaur
Rakchham (59/1) is a village situated in the Sangla tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Rakchham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakchham (59/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakchham (59/1) is 027344. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 172106 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Rakchham (59/1) 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 Rakchham (59/1)
As per Census 2011, Rakchham (59/1) village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 313 males and 284 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakchham (59/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 313 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 235 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 249 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 64 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Rakchham (59/1)
Rakchham (59/1) 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 Rakchham (59/1)
Rakchham (59/1) 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 Reckong Peo to Rakchham (59/1) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakchham (59/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakchham (59/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rakchham (59/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakchham (59/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rakchham (59/1)
Where is Rakchham (59/1) located?
Rakchham (59/1) village is located in Sangla Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakchham (59/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakchham (59/1) is Rakchham.
What is the pincode of Rakchham (59/1)?
The pincode of Rakchham (59/1) is 172106.
What is the population of Rakchham (59/1)?
Rakchham (59/1) has a total population of 597, including 313 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Rakchham (59/1)?
There are 139 households in Rakchham (59/1).
What is the literacy rate in Rakchham (59/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakchham (59/1) is 70.52%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 60.56%.