Rahu - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Rahu is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Rahu village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahu is 531607. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.67 hectares and falls under the 444813 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Rahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rahu
According to the 2011 Census, Rahu village had a total population of 584 people, including 294 males and 290 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.93%, with male literacy at 74.69% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 546.
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 | 584 | 294 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 271 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 183 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 111 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Rahu
Rahu 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 Rahu
Public transport in the Rahu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhaisdahi to Rahu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Rahu is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahu 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 Rahu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rahu
Where is Rahu located?
Rahu village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rahu?
Rahu is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rahu?
The pincode of Rahu is 444813.
What is the population of Rahu?
Rahu had a total population of 584, including 294 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Rahu?
Rahu had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahu was 63.93%. Male literacy was 74.69% and female literacy was 53.09%.