Ratkhal - Dwarahat, Almora
Ratkhal is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ratkhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratkhal is 052644. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.2 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ratkhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratkhal
As per Census 2011, Ratkhal village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 139 males and 127 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratkhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 24 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Ratkhal
Ratkhal 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 Ratkhal
Public transport in the Ratkhal 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 Dwarahat to Ratkhal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ratkhal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratkhal 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 Ratkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratkhal 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 Ratkhal
Where is Ratkhal located?
Ratkhal village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratkhal?
Ratkhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratkhal?
The pincode of Ratkhal is 263653.
What is the population of Ratkhal?
Ratkhal has a total population of 266, including 139 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Ratkhal?
There are 51 households in Ratkhal.
What is the literacy rate in Ratkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratkhal is 74.81%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 66.14%.