Rajana

Rajana is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rajana village. As per 2009 stats, Rajhana is the gram panchayat of Rajana village.

Here you can discover what makes Rajana unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Rajana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Rajana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajana is 024550. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171009. Shimla is nearest town to Rajana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rajana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rajana

According to the 2011 Census, Rajana has a total population of about 917, with approximately 471 males and 446 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 493 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.07%, with male literacy at about 71.55% and female literacy near 62.33%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 917 471 446
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 51 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 493 248 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 7 7
Literate Population 615 337 278
Illiterate Population 302 134 168

Connectivity of Rajana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajana. As per the 2011 stats, Rajana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rajana

Knowing the nearby villages of Rajana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rajana

Where is Rajana located?
Rajana village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajana?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajana is Rajhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rajana?
The pincode of Rajana is 171009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rajana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajana is 917, with 471 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Rajana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rajana village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajana is 67.07%. The male literacy rate is 71.55%, while the female literacy rate is 62.33%.