Rutbaw - Bhikiasain, Almora
Rutbaw is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhikiyasain and around 82 km from Almora. Lookot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rutbaw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rutbaw is 051773. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.92 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Rutbaw 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rutbaw
According to the 2011 Census, Rutbaw village had a total population of 96 people, including 46 males and 50 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.55%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.33%.
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 | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Rutbaw
Rutbaw 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 Rutbaw
Public transport in the Rutbaw is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Rutbaw is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Rutbaw is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rutbaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rutbaw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rutbaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rutbaw 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 Rutbaw
Where is Rutbaw located?
Rutbaw village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rutbaw?
The Gram Panchayat of Rutbaw is Lookot.
What is the pincode of Rutbaw?
The pincode of Rutbaw is 263646.
What is the population of Rutbaw?
Rutbaw had a total population of 96, including 46 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Rutbaw?
Rutbaw had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rutbaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rutbaw was 96.55%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.33%.