Rikhaun
About Rikhaun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rikhaun village is 040452. Rikhaun village is located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Rikhaun village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 109.1 hectares. Rikhaun has a total population of 178 peoples, out of which male population is 90 while female population is 88. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rikhaun village is 70.22% out of which 82.22% males and 57.95% females are literate. There are about 21 houses in rikhaun village. Pincode of rikhaun village locality is 249171.
When it comes to administration, Rikhaun 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, Rikhaun village comes under Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Barkot is nearest town to rikhaun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Rikhaun
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Children (0-6) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 125 | 74 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 16 | 37 |
Connectivity of Rikhaun
| 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 Rikhaun
Where is Rikhaun located?
Rikhaun village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikhaun?
Rikhaun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rikhaun?
The pincode of Rikhaun is 249171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rikhaun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikhaun is 178, with 90 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Rikhaun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rikhaun village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikhaun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikhaun is 70.22%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.