Rahon

Rahon is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Ghakewal is the gram panchayat of Rahon village.

Rahon has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Rahon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahon is 032265. The village spans a total geographical area of 2829 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Nawansahar is nearest town to Rahon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rahon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,262 641 621
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 73 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 407 218 189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 855 465 390
Illiterate Population 407 176 231

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

  • The total population of Rahon village is around 1,262, including approximately 641 males and 621 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Rahon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rahon village has 407 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rahon village is about 67.75%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 62.80%.
  • There are around 276 households in Rahon village.

Connectivity of Rahon

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rahon

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

Bahadurpur Saidpur Theh Dodhala Mahrampur Hansron Dharmkot Kang Malpur Bazidpur Tajpur Khoja

Frequently Asked Questions about Rahon

Where is Rahon located?
Rahon village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahon is Ghakewal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rahon?
The pincode of Rahon is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahon is 1,262, with 641 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rahon village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahon is 67.75%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 62.80%.