Rainchagund - Shahbad Bala, Anantnag
Rainchagund is a village situated in the Shahbad Bala tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Dooru and around 30 km from Anantnag. Rain Chowgund A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rainchagund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rainchagund is 003867. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.2 hectares and falls under the 192212 pincode. Verinag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rainchagund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rainchagund
According to the 2011 Census, Rainchagund village had a total population of 5,008 people, including 2,643 males and 2,365 females, living in 785 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.34%, with male literacy at 64.20% and female literacy at 39.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,059.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,008 | 2,643 | 2,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 551 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,059 | 583 | 476 |
| Literate Population | 2,078 | 1,343 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,930 | 1,300 | 1,630 |
Nearby Villages of Rainchagund
Rainchagund is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rainchagund
Rainchagund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Verinag to Rainchagund is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Rainchagund is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rainchagund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rainchagund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rainchagund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rainchagund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rainchagund
Where is Rainchagund located?
Rainchagund village is located in Shahbad Bala Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rainchagund?
The Gram Panchayat of Rainchagund is Rain Chowgund A.
What is the pincode of Rainchagund?
The pincode of Rainchagund is 192212.
What is the population of Rainchagund?
Rainchagund had a total population of 5,008, including 2,643 males and 2,365 females.
How many households are there in Rainchagund?
Rainchagund had 785 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rainchagund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rainchagund was 52.34%. Male literacy was 64.20% and female literacy was 39.14%.