Racholi - Rampur, Shimla
Racholi is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Racholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Racholi is 023601. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Racholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Racholi
According to the 2011 Census, Racholi village had a total population of 1,414 people, including 765 males and 649 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.95%, with male literacy at 94.47% and female literacy at 84.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 1,414 | 765 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 274 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 67 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 649 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 116 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Racholi
Racholi 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 Racholi
Racholi 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 Shimla to Racholi 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 Racholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Racholi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Racholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Racholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Racholi
Where is Racholi located?
Racholi village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Racholi?
Racholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Racholi?
The pincode of Racholi is 172001.
What is the population of Racholi?
Racholi had a total population of 1,414, including 765 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Racholi?
Racholi had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Racholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Racholi was 89.95%. Male literacy was 94.47% and female literacy was 84.64%.