Rakchham
Rakchham is a village located in Sangla tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Sangla. Sangla is the sub-district headquarter of Rakchham village. As per 2009 stats, Rakchham village is also a gram panchayat.
Rakchham has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur 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 Rakchham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakchham is 027344. The village spans a total geographical area of 352 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172106. Rampur is nearest town to Rakchham village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Rakchham
Below is a concise population overview of Rakchham 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rakchham village:
- The total population of Rakchham village is around 597, including approximately 313 males and 284 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Rakchham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rakchham village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 490 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rakchham village is about 70.52%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 60.56%.
- There are around 139 households in Rakchham village.
Connectivity of Rakchham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakchham. As per the 2011 stats, Rakchham 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 Rakchham
Knowing the nearby villages of Rakchham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakchham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rakchham
- Where is Rakchham located?
- Rakchham village is situated in Sangla Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rakchham?
- Rakchham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rakchham?
- The pincode of Rakchham is 172106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rakchham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakchham is 597, with 313 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Rakchham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rakchham village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rakchham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakchham is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 79.55%, while the female literacy rate is 60.56%.