Richhani - Karsog, Mandi
Richhani is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Richani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhani is 015806. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.36 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
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 Richhani
According to the 2011 Census, Richhani village had a total population of 153 people, including 76 males and 77 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 68.18%.
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 | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 12 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Richhani
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 Richhani
Richhani 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Richhani is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Richhani
Where is Richhani located?
Richhani village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhani is Richani.
What is the pincode of Richhani?
The pincode of Richhani is 175011.
What is the population of Richhani?
Richhani had a total population of 153, including 76 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Richhani?
Richhani had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhani was 80.15%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 68.18%.