Rahu
Rahu is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Rahu village. As per 2009 stats, Zar is the gram panchayat of Rahu village.
Rahu has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Rahu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahu is 023877. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171213. Narkanda is nearest town to Rahu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Rahu
Below is a concise population overview of Rahu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 185 | 88 | 97 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 138 | 71 | 67 |
Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rahu village:
- The total population of Rahu village is around 185, including approximately 88 males and 97 females, with a sex ratio of 1102 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Rahu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rahu village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Rahu village is about 74.59%, with male literacy at 80.68% and female literacy at 69.07%.
- There are around 38 households in Rahu village.
Connectivity of Rahu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rahu. As per the 2011 stats, Rahu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rahu
Knowing the nearby villages of Rahu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rahu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rahu
- Where is Rahu located?
- Rahu village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rahu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rahu is Zar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rahu?
- The pincode of Rahu is 171213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rahu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahu is 185, with 88 males and 97 females.
- How many households are there in Rahu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rahu village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rahu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahu is 74.59%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 69.07%.