Ritha Kot - Bhanoli, Almora
Ritha Kot is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ritha Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ritha Kot is 053617. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.26 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ritha Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ritha Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Ritha Kot village had a total population of 102 people, including 45 males and 57 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.58%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 61.22%.
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 | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Ritha Kot
Ritha Kot 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 Ritha Kot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ritha Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Ritha Kot is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ritha Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ritha Kot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ritha Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ritha Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ritha Kot
Where is Ritha Kot located?
Ritha Kot village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ritha Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ritha Kot is Khauri.
What is the pincode of Ritha Kot?
The pincode of Ritha Kot is 263622.
What is the population of Ritha Kot?
Ritha Kot had a total population of 102, including 45 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Ritha Kot?
Ritha Kot had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ritha Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritha Kot was 75.58%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 61.22%.