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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ratkhal village had a total population of 266 people, including 139 males and 127 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.57%, with male literacy at 91.27% and female literacy at 73.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 266, including 139 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Ratkhal?
Ratkhal had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratkhal was 82.57%. Male literacy was 91.27% and female literacy was 73.04%.