Ritt - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Ritt is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ritt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ritt is 011286. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.05 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Ritt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ritt
According to the 2011 Census, Ritt village had a total population of 595 people, including 262 males and 333 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.30%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 80.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 595 | 262 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 45 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 217 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 45 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Ritt
Ritt 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 Ritt
Ritt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ritt is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ritt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ritt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ritt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ritt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ritt
Where is Ritt located?
Ritt village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ritt?
The Gram Panchayat of Ritt is Rit.
What is the pincode of Ritt?
The pincode of Ritt is 176086.
What is the population of Ritt?
Ritt had a total population of 595, including 262 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Ritt?
Ritt had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ritt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritt was 86.30%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 80.84%.