Rahchati - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Rahchati is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Rahchati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahchati is 125947. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.96 hectares and falls under the 283141 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Rahchati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rahchati
As per Census 2011, Rahchati village has a total population of 2,858 people, consisting of 1,563 males and 1,295 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,843 literate and 1,015 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahchati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,858 | 1,563 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 204 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 512 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,153 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 410 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Rahchati
Rahchati 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 Rahchati
Rahchati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Rahchati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Rahchati is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Rahchati is about 15 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 Rahchati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahchati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rahchati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahchati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahchati
Where is Rahchati located?
Rahchati village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahchati?
Rahchati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rahchati?
The pincode of Rahchati is 283141.
What is the population of Rahchati?
Rahchati has a total population of 2,858, including 1,563 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Rahchati?
There are 485 households in Rahchati.
What is the literacy rate in Rahchati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahchati is 64.49%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 53.28%.