Rihar

Rihar is a village located in Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Kuthar. Kuthar is the sub-district headquarter of Rihar village. As per 2009 stats, Jadla is the gram panchayat of Rihar village.

Rihar has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rihar is 021419. The village spans a total geographical area of 23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173206. Solan is nearest town to Rihar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rihar 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 Doon 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 Rihar

Below is a concise population overview of Rihar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 59 27 32
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 17 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 48 22 26
Illiterate Population 11 5 6

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rihar village:

  • The total population of Rihar village is around 59, including approximately 27 males and 32 females, with a sex ratio of 1185 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2 children aged 0–6 years in Rihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rihar village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rihar village is about 81.36%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 81.25%.
  • There are around 13 households in Rihar village.

Connectivity of Rihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rihar. As per the 2011 stats, Rihar 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 Rihar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rihar

Where is Rihar located?
Rihar village is situated in Krishangarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rihar is Jadla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rihar?
The pincode of Rihar is 173206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rihar is 59, with 27 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rihar village has a total of 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rihar is 81.36%. The male literacy rate is 81.48%, while the female literacy rate is 81.25%.