Rah
Rah is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Rah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rah unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Rah’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 Rah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rah is 005424. The village spans a total geographical area of 1465 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185153. Sundferbani is nearest town to Rah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Rah
Population of Rah
According to the 2011 Census, Rah has a total population of about 1,877, with approximately 994 males and 883 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.74%, with male literacy at about 67.00% and female literacy near 53.68%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,877 | 994 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 149 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 666 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 328 | 409 |
Connectivity of Rah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rah. As per the 2011 stats, Rah 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 Rah
Knowing the nearby villages of Rah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rah
- Where is Rah located?
- Rah village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rah?
- Rah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rah?
- The pincode of Rah is 185153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rah is 1,877, with 994 males and 883 females.
- How many households are there in Rah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rah village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rah is 60.74%. The male literacy rate is 67.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.68%.