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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ritt village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 262 males and 333 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,270 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ritt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 262 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 45 | 74 |
| 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 has a total population of 595, including 262 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Ritt?
There are 154 households in Ritt.
What is the literacy rate in Ritt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritt is 78.32%. Male literacy is 82.82% and female literacy is 74.77%.