Rikhia
Rikhia is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Rikhia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rikhia unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Rikhia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rikhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikhia is 028736. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Rikhia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rikhia
Population of Rikhia
According to the 2011 Census, Rikhia has a total population of about 848, with approximately 467 males and 381 females. The sex ratio is around 815 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.64%, with male literacy at about 71.73% and female literacy near 73.75%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rikhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 467 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 616 | 335 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 132 | 100 |
Connectivity of Rikhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rikhia. As per the 2011 stats, Rikhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rikhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Rikhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rikhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rikhia
- Where is Rikhia located?
- Rikhia village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rikhia?
- Rikhia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rikhia?
- The pincode of Rikhia is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rikhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikhia is 848, with 467 males and 381 females.
- How many households are there in Rikhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rikhia village has a total of 153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rikhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikhia is 72.64%. The male literacy rate is 71.73%, while the female literacy rate is 73.75%.