Ritha Chaura - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Ritha Chaura is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Reeta Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ritha Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ritha Chaura is 051960. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.96 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ritha Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ritha Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Ritha Chaura village had a total population of 123 people, including 52 males and 71 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,365 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 79.03%.
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 | 123 | 52 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Ritha Chaura
Ritha Chaura 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 Chaura
Ritha Chaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ritha Chaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Ritha Chaura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ritha Chaura is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ritha Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ritha Chaura 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 Ritha Chaura
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 Chaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ritha Chaura
Where is Ritha Chaura located?
Ritha Chaura village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ritha Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ritha Chaura is Reeta Chaura.
What is the pincode of Ritha Chaura?
The pincode of Ritha Chaura is 263656.
What is the population of Ritha Chaura?
Ritha Chaura had a total population of 123, including 52 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Ritha Chaura?
Ritha Chaura had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ritha Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritha Chaura was 86.41%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 79.03%.