Ralakot - Lamgada, Almora
Ralakot is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Almora and around 33 km from Almora. Ratkhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ralakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ralakot is 053167. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.8 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ralakot 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 Ralakot
According to the 2011 Census, Ralakot village had a total population of 101 people, including 43 males and 58 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,349 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.76%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 67.35%.
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 | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Ralakot
Ralakot 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 Ralakot
Public transport in the Ralakot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Ralakot is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ralakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ralakot 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 Ralakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ralakot 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 Ralakot
Where is Ralakot located?
Ralakot village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ralakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ralakot is Ratkhan.
What is the pincode of Ralakot?
The pincode of Ralakot is 263625.
What is the population of Ralakot?
Ralakot had a total population of 101, including 43 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Ralakot?
Ralakot had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ralakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ralakot was 79.76%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 67.35%.