Rathol - Balh, Mandi
Rathol is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Mandi. Balt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rathol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathol is 014619. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.23 hectares and falls under the 175008 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Rathol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rathol
As per Census 2011, Rathol village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 226 males and 271 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,199 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rathol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 226 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 28 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 141 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 356 | 177 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 49 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Rathol
Rathol 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 Rathol
Rathol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Rathol is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rathol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rathol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rathol
Where is Rathol located?
Rathol village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rathol?
The Gram Panchayat of Rathol is Balt.
What is the pincode of Rathol?
The pincode of Rathol is 175008.
What is the population of Rathol?
Rathol has a total population of 497, including 226 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Rathol?
There are 117 households in Rathol.
What is the literacy rate in Rathol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathol is 71.63%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 66.05%.