Rahalthal - Mugal Maidan, Kishtwar
Rahalthal is a village situated in the Mugal Maidan tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Chattroo and around 21 km from Kishtwar. Rehalthal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahalthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahalthal is 004766. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.8 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rahalthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rahalthal
As per Census 2011, Rahalthal village has a total population of 2,835 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,345 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 2,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahalthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,835 | 1,490 | 1,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 312 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,280 | 683 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 547 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,049 | 943 | 1,106 |
Nearby Villages of Rahalthal
Rahalthal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakalan | South-East | 6.50 km |
| Dharbadan | South-East | 8.61 km |
| Chhatroo | North-West | 9.05 km |
| Keshwan | South | 10.79 km |
| Matta | South-East | 11.85 km |
| Hadar | South | 12.85 km |
| Ohli | South-East | 13.72 km |
| Tagood | North-East | 14.12 km |
| Lach Dayaram | East | 14.22 km |
| Lach Khazana | South-East | 15.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahalthal
Rahalthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Rahalthal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Rahalthal is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahalthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahalthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rahalthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahalthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahalthal
Where is Rahalthal located?
Rahalthal village is located in Mugal Maidan Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahalthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahalthal is Rehalthal.
What is the pincode of Rahalthal?
The pincode of Rahalthal is 182205.
What is the population of Rahalthal?
Rahalthal has a total population of 2,835, including 1,490 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Rahalthal?
There are 599 households in Rahalthal.
What is the literacy rate in Rahalthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahalthal is 27.72%. Male literacy is 36.71% and female literacy is 17.77%.