Raitan - Bharmour, Chamba
Raitan is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 64 km from Chamba. Siyunr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitan is 008151. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.48 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Raitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitan
According to the 2011 Census, Raitan village had a total population of 353 people, including 181 males and 172 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.68%, with male literacy at 80.12% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 181 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 129 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 52 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Raitan
Raitan 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 Raitan
Public transport in the Raitan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Raitan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raitan
Where is Raitan located?
Raitan village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raitan is Siyunr.
What is the pincode of Raitan?
The pincode of Raitan is 176309.
What is the population of Raitan?
Raitan had a total population of 353, including 181 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Raitan?
Raitan had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitan was 74.68%. Male literacy was 80.12% and female literacy was 68.87%.