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.

Rakh Shilvat has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 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

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

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

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

  • The total population of Rakh Shilvat village is around 3,771, including approximately 2,039 males and 1,732 females, with a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 619 children aged 0–6 years in Rakh Shilvat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Rakh Shilvat village is about 36.17%, with male literacy at 44.73% and female literacy at 26.10%.
  • There are around 507 households in Rakh Shilvat village.

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.

Zani Pora Chewa Hilal Abad Shilvat Shadi Pora Gund Nowgam Nowgam Zal Pora Rakh Sultan Pora Gada Khud Najin

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%.