Raktal - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Raktal is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhager Raktal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raktal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raktal is 013566. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.58 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Raktal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raktal
According to the 2011 Census, Raktal village had a total population of 245 people, including 134 males and 111 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.48%, with male literacy at 84.55% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 245 | 134 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 104 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 30 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Raktal
Raktal 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 Raktal
Raktal 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 Raktal is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raktal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raktal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raktal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raktal 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 Raktal
Where is Raktal located?
Raktal village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raktal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raktal is Bhager Raktal.
What is the pincode of Raktal?
The pincode of Raktal is 175015.
What is the population of Raktal?
Raktal had a total population of 245, including 134 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Raktal?
Raktal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raktal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raktal was 77.48%. Male literacy was 84.55% and female literacy was 68.69%.