Rachhana

Rachhana is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Rachhana village. As per 2009 stats, Wakna is the gram panchayat of Rachhana village.

Here you can discover what makes Rachhana unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Rachhana’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 Rachhana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rachhana is 022365. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173234. Shimla is nearest town to Rachhana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rachhana 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 Solan 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 Rachhana

According to the 2011 Census, Rachhana has a total population of about 955, with approximately 586 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 629 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 120 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 91.20%, with male literacy at about 93.34% and female literacy near 87.80%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rachhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 955 586 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 27 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 120 75 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 871 547 324
Illiterate Population 84 39 45

Connectivity of Rachhana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rachhana. As per the 2011 stats, Rachhana 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rachhana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rachhana

Where is Rachhana located?
Rachhana village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rachhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachhana is Wakna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rachhana?
The pincode of Rachhana is 173234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rachhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rachhana is 955, with 586 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Rachhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rachhana village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rachhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rachhana is 91.20%. The male literacy rate is 93.34%, while the female literacy rate is 87.80%.