Rikhen

Rikhen is a village located in Mairang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mairang (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Rikhen has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills 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 Rikhen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikhen is 277059. Mairang is nearest town to Rikhen village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rikhen

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 624 320 304
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 75 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 623 319 304
Literate Population 412 202 210
Illiterate Population 212 118 94

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

  • The total population of Rikhen village is around 624, including approximately 320 males and 304 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Rikhen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rikhen village has 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rikhen village is about 66.03%, with male literacy at 63.13% and female literacy at 69.08%.
  • There are around 122 households in Rikhen village.

Connectivity of Rikhen

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

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

Nearby Villages of Rikhen

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

Sylleiphyllah Madanmaroid Mawsium Mawblei A B Langniuh Mawtikhar Sohpi Mawkarah Mawpni Nongum Mawphansniang Mawsmai

Frequently Asked Questions about Rikhen

Where is Rikhen located?
Rikhen village is situated in Mairang Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rikhen?
The pincode of Rikhen is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rikhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikhen is 624, with 320 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Rikhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rikhen village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikhen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikhen is 66.03%. The male literacy rate is 63.13%, while the female literacy rate is 69.08%.