Raraun - Lamgada, Almora
Raraun is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Jainti and around 46 km from Almora. Ranau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raraun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raraun is 053434. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.14 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Raraun 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 Raraun
According to the 2011 Census, Raraun village had a total population of 410 people, including 186 males and 224 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.31%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 410 | 186 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 68 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 124 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 62 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Raraun
Raraun 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 Raraun
Raraun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Raraun is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raraun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raraun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raraun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raraun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raraun
Where is Raraun located?
Raraun village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raraun?
The Gram Panchayat of Raraun is Ranau.
What is the pincode of Raraun?
The pincode of Raraun is 263625.
What is the population of Raraun?
Raraun had a total population of 410, including 186 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Raraun?
Raraun had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raraun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raraun was 64.31%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 50.00%.