Rakhital - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Rakhital is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Nagula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhital village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhital is 502107. The village covers a total geographical area of 554.54 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rakhital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhital
According to the 2011 Census, Rakhital village had a total population of 768 people, including 394 males and 374 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.77%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 43.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 698.
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 | 768 | 394 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 356 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 229 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 165 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhital
Rakhital 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 Rakhital
Rakhital is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Rakhital is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhital village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhital village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rakhital
Where is Rakhital located?
Rakhital village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhital?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhital is Nagula.
What is the pincode of Rakhital?
The pincode of Rakhital is 484881.
What is the population of Rakhital?
Rakhital had a total population of 768, including 394 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Rakhital?
Rakhital had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhital was 56.77%. Male literacy was 69.60% and female literacy was 43.61%.