Rarth - Chaupal, Shimla
Rarth is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chanju -chopal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rarth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rarth is 025582. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.83 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Rarth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rarth
According to the 2011 Census, Rarth village had a total population of 79 people, including 43 males and 36 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.24%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 35 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Rarth
Rarth 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 Rarth
Rarth 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Rarth is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rarth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rarth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rarth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rarth 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 Rarth
Where is Rarth located?
Rarth village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rarth?
The Gram Panchayat of Rarth is Chanju -chopal.
What is the pincode of Rarth?
The pincode of Rarth is 171211.
What is the population of Rarth?
Rarth had a total population of 79, including 43 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Rarth?
Rarth had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rarth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rarth was 73.24%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 54.84%.