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.

Rikhwani has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 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.

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Population of Rikhwani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Rikhwani village is around 146, including approximately 73 males and 73 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Rikhwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rikhwani village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rikhwani village is about 54.79%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 42.47%.
  • There are around 35 households in Rikhwani village.

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.

Pholanshi Nag Chaunda Malumarora Mayagaon Jarola Lawethi Nagar Chapoli Khadoli Malli

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%.