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.
Here you can discover what makes Rakchham unique in its vibrant Sangla-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Rakchham’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Rakchham
Population of Rakchham
According to the 2011 Census, Rakchham has a total population of about 597, with approximately 313 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 490. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.52%, with male literacy at about 79.55% and female literacy near 60.56%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rakchham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.