Rikki - Karsog, Mandi
Rikki is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhanthal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikki is 015824. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Rikki 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 Rikki
According to the 2011 Census, Rikki village had a total population of 567 people, including 288 males and 279 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 567 | 288 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 200 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 88 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Rikki
Rikki 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 Rikki
Rikki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Rikki is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rikki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rikki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rikki
Where is Rikki located?
Rikki village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikki?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikki is Bhanthal.
What is the pincode of Rikki?
The pincode of Rikki is 175011.
What is the population of Rikki?
Rikki had a total population of 567, including 288 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Rikki?
Rikki had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikki was 69.88%. Male literacy was 78.74% and female literacy was 60.66%.