Ratgal Kotali - Ranikhet, Almora
Ratgal Kotali is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ratgal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratgal Kotali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratgal Kotali is 052438. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.41 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ratgal Kotali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratgal Kotali
As per Census 2011, Ratgal Kotali village has a total population of 18 people, consisting of 7 males and 11 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,571 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratgal Kotali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | - | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Ratgal Kotali
Ratgal Kotali 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 Ratgal Kotali
Public transport in the Ratgal Kotali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Ratgal Kotali is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ratgal Kotali is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratgal Kotali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratgal Kotali 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ratgal Kotali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratgal Kotali 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 Ratgal Kotali
Where is Ratgal Kotali located?
Ratgal Kotali village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratgal Kotali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratgal Kotali is Ratgal.
What is the pincode of Ratgal Kotali?
The pincode of Ratgal Kotali is 263652.
What is the population of Ratgal Kotali?
Ratgal Kotali has a total population of 18, including 7 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Ratgal Kotali?
There are 3 households in Ratgal Kotali.
What is the literacy rate in Ratgal Kotali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratgal Kotali is 77.78%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 63.64%.