Rakh Shilvat

Rakh Shilvat is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Here you can discover what makes Rakh Shilvat unique in its vibrant Sonawari-Bandipore region. You’ll see Rakh Shilvat’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 Rakh Shilvat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakh Shilvat is 002800. The village spans a total geographical area of 658.8 hectares. Sumbal is nearest town to Rakh Shilvat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Rakh Shilvat

According to the 2011 Census, Rakh Shilvat has a total population of about 3,771, with approximately 2,039 males and 1,732 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 619 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.17%, with male literacy at about 44.73% and female literacy near 26.10%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rakh Shilvat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,771 2,039 1,732
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 619 361 258
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,364 912 452
Illiterate Population 2,407 1,127 1,280

Connectivity of Rakh Shilvat

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakh Shilvat

Where is Rakh Shilvat located?
Rakh Shilvat village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Rakh Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakh Shilvat is 3,771, with 2,039 males and 1,732 females.
How many households are there in Rakh Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakh Shilvat village has a total of 507 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakh Shilvat is 36.17%. The male literacy rate is 44.73%, while the female literacy rate is 26.10%.