D.P.F Richhani - Karsog, Mandi
D.P.F Richhani is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Richani serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F Richhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F Richhani is 015803. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.01 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
D.P.F Richhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F Richhani
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F Richhani village had a total population of 136 people, including 75 males and 61 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 76.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F Richhani
D.P.F Richhani 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 D.P.F Richhani
D.P.F Richhani 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 Mandi to D.P.F Richhani is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F Richhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F Richhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F Richhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F Richhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F Richhani
Where is D.P.F Richhani located?
D.P.F Richhani village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F Richhani?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F Richhani is Richani.
What is the pincode of D.P.F Richhani?
The pincode of D.P.F Richhani is 175011.
What is the population of D.P.F Richhani?
D.P.F Richhani had a total population of 136, including 75 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Richhani?
D.P.F Richhani had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Richhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Richhani was 82.91%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 76.79%.