Rihawan - Arki, Solan
Rihawan is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhumti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rihawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rihawan is 020163. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Rihawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rihawan
According to the 2011 Census, Rihawan village had a total population of 54 people, including 26 males and 28 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.37%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 91.30%.
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 | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Rihawan
Rihawan 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 Rihawan
Rihawan 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 Solan to Rihawan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rihawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rihawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rihawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rihawan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rihawan
Where is Rihawan located?
Rihawan village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rihawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rihawan is Bhumti.
What is the pincode of Rihawan?
The pincode of Rihawan is 173221.
What is the population of Rihawan?
Rihawan had a total population of 54, including 26 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Rihawan?
Rihawan had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rihawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rihawan was 88.37%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 91.30%.