Rakhi - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Rakhi is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Khobi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhi is 490460. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Rakhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhi
As per Census 2011, Rakhi village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 196 males and 164 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 196 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 153 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 43 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhi
Rakhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rehli | South | 1.54 km |
| Khobi | West | 1.57 km |
| Bhainsa | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Jhonjha | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Umra | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Akhibada | South | 3.22 km |
| Charguwan | South | 3.39 km |
| Kamod | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Kamodi | East | 4.05 km |
| Simri Badi | South-West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhi
Rakhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Rakhi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Rakhi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rakhi
Where is Rakhi located?
Rakhi village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhi is Khobi.
What is the pincode of Rakhi?
The pincode of Rakhi is 487118.
What is the population of Rakhi?
Rakhi has a total population of 360, including 196 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Rakhi?
There are 85 households in Rakhi.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhi is 73.89%. Male literacy is 78.06% and female literacy is 68.90%.