Rakhial - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Rakhial is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gopalian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhial is 031886. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 146105 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Rakhial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhial
According to the 2011 Census, Rakhial village had a total population of 48 people, including 21 males and 27 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 79.17%.
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 | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhial
Rakhial 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manolian | North | 1.07 km |
| Gondpur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Jangliana | West | 1.57 km |
| Untwal | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Chambal Kalan | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Mularwal | North | 1.87 km |
| Daduwal | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Sarhala Khurd | South | 2.18 km |
| Gopalian | West | 2.24 km |
| Chak Kataru | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhial
Rakhial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hoshiarpur to Rakhial is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rakhial
Where is Rakhial located?
Rakhial village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhial?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhial is Gopalian.
What is the pincode of Rakhial?
The pincode of Rakhial is 146105.
What is the population of Rakhial?
Rakhial had a total population of 48, including 21 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Rakhial?
Rakhial had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhial was 85.37%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 79.17%.