Rakhera

Rakhera is a village located in Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Dharmpur. Dharmpur is the sub-district headquarter of Rakhera village. As per 2009 stats, Sarskan is the gram panchayat of Rakhera village.

Here you can discover what makes Rakhera unique in its vibrant Dharmpur-Mandi region. You’ll see Rakhera’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 Rakhera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakhera is 013712. The village spans a total geographical area of 76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175040. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Rakhera village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rakhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rakhera

According to the 2011 Census, Rakhera has a total population of about 283, with approximately 141 males and 142 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.08%, with male literacy at about 77.30% and female literacy near 66.90%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rakhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 283 141 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 16 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 94 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 204 109 95
Illiterate Population 79 32 47

Connectivity of Rakhera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakhera. As per the 2011 stats, Rakhera 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rakhera

Knowing the nearby villages of Rakhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakhera.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakhera

Where is Rakhera located?
Rakhera village is situated in Dharmpur Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhera is Sarskan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rakhera?
The pincode of Rakhera is 175040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakhera is 283, with 141 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Rakhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakhera village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakhera is 72.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.30%, while the female literacy rate is 66.90%.