Rakh Shelhal - Handwara, Kupwara
Rakh Shelhal is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Shahal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Rakh Shelhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakh Shelhal is 000173. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.14 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rakh Shelhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakh Shelhal
According to the 2011 Census, Rakh Shelhal village had a total population of 439 people, including 214 males and 225 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.77%, with male literacy at 51.81% and female literacy at 34.44%.
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 | 439 | 214 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 128 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Rakh Shelhal
Rakh Shelhal 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 Rakh Shelhal
Rakh Shelhal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Rakh Shelhal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Rakh Shelhal is about 18 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 Rakh Shelhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakh Shelhal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakh Shelhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakh Shelhal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakh Shelhal
Where is Rakh Shelhal located?
Rakh Shelhal village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rakh Shelhal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Rakh Shelhal is Shahal.
What is the pincode of Rakh Shelhal?
The pincode of Rakh Shelhal is 193221.
What is the population of Rakh Shelhal?
Rakh Shelhal had a total population of 439, including 214 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Rakh Shelhal?
Rakh Shelhal had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh Shelhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakh Shelhal was 42.77%. Male literacy was 51.81% and female literacy was 34.44%.