Rikhwani
About Rikhwani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rikhwani village is 043047. Rikhwani village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 52.76 hectares. Rikhwani has a total population of 146 peoples, out of which male population is 73 while female population is 73. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rikhwani village is 54.79% out of which 67.12% males and 42.47% females are literate. There are about 35 houses in rikhwani village. Pincode of rikhwani village locality is 249122.
When it comes to administration, Rikhwani village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Rikhwani village comes under Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency & Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Devprayag is nearest town to rikhwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Rikhwani
The population details of Rikhwani cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Connectivity of Rikhwani
| 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 |
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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%.