Rihana - Theog, Shimla
Rihana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rihana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rihana is 025074. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.88 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Rihana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rihana
According to the 2011 Census, Rihana village had a total population of 115 people, including 60 males and 55 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.26%, with male literacy at 91.38% and female literacy at 76.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Rihana
Rihana 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 Rihana
Rihana 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Rihana is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rihana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rihana 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 Rihana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rihana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rihana
Where is Rihana located?
Rihana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rihana?
The Gram Panchayat of Rihana is Bagain.
What is the pincode of Rihana?
The pincode of Rihana is 171201.
What is the population of Rihana?
Rihana had a total population of 115, including 60 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Rihana?
Rihana had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rihana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rihana was 84.26%. Male literacy was 91.38% and female literacy was 76.00%.