Rakshi

Rakshi is a village located in Shevgaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shevgaon (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Rakshi village is also a gram panchayat.

Rakshi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rakshi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rakshi is 557865. The village spans a total geographical area of 733 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 414502. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Rakshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 76km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rakshi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rakshi

Below is a concise population overview of Rakshi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,560 795 765
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 233 131 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 380 182 198
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 28 14 14
Literate Population 932 554 378
Illiterate Population 628 241 387

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rakshi village:

  • The total population of Rakshi village is around 1,560, including approximately 795 males and 765 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 233 children aged 0–6 years in Rakshi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rakshi village has 380 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rakshi village is about 59.74%, with male literacy at 69.69% and female literacy at 49.41%.
  • There are around 373 households in Rakshi village.

Connectivity of Rakshi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rakshi. As per the 2011 stats, Rakshi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rakshi

Knowing the nearby villages of Rakshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rakshi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rakshi

Where is Rakshi located?
Rakshi village is situated in Shevgaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakshi?
Rakshi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rakshi?
The pincode of Rakshi is 414502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakshi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakshi is 1,560, with 795 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Rakshi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakshi village has a total of 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakshi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakshi is 59.74%. The male literacy rate is 69.69%, while the female literacy rate is 49.41%.