Rikhwani
Rikhwani is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Malumarora is the gram panchayat of Rikhwani village.
Here you can discover what makes Rikhwani unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Rikhwani’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 Rikhwani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikhwani is 043047. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Rikhwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rikhwani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rikhwani
Population of Rikhwani
According to the 2011 Census, Rikhwani has a total population of about 146, with approximately 73 males and 73 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 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 54.79%, with male literacy at about 67.12% and female literacy near 42.47%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rikhwani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Connectivity of Rikhwani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rikhwani. As per the 2011 stats, Rikhwani 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rikhwani
Knowing the nearby villages of Rikhwani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rikhwani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rikhwani
- Where is Rikhwani located?
- Rikhwani village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rikhwani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rikhwani is Malumarora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rikhwani?
- The pincode of Rikhwani is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rikhwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikhwani is 146, with 73 males and 73 females.
- How many households are there in Rikhwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rikhwani village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rikhwani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikhwani is 54.79%. The male literacy rate is 67.12%, while the female literacy rate is 42.47%.