Rikosha - Ranikhet, Almora
Rikosha is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pajeena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikosha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikosha is 052545. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.23 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Rikosha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rikosha
According to the 2011 Census, Rikosha village had a total population of 58 people, including 33 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.23%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 91.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Rikosha
Rikosha 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 Rikosha
Rikosha 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 Rikosha is about 32 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 Rikosha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikosha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rikosha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikosha 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 Rikosha
Where is Rikosha located?
Rikosha village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rikosha?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikosha is Pajeena.
What is the pincode of Rikosha?
The pincode of Rikosha is 263645.
What is the population of Rikosha?
Rikosha had a total population of 58, including 33 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Rikosha?
Rikosha had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikosha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikosha was 96.23%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 91.67%.