Ratu Rath - Someshwar, Almora
Ratu Rath is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mallakholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratu Rath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratu Rath is 053335. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.68 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ratu Rath 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 Ratu Rath
As per Census 2011, Ratu Rath village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 143 males and 158 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratu Rath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 143 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Ratu Rath
Ratu Rath 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 Ratu Rath
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ratu Rath.
| 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 Almora to Ratu Rath is about 40 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 Ratu Rath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratu Rath 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratu Rath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratu Rath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratu Rath
Where is Ratu Rath located?
Ratu Rath village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratu Rath?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratu Rath is Mallakholi.
What is the pincode of Ratu Rath?
The pincode of Ratu Rath is 263637.
What is the population of Ratu Rath?
Ratu Rath has a total population of 301, including 143 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Ratu Rath?
There are 62 households in Ratu Rath.
What is the literacy rate in Ratu Rath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratu Rath is 70.10%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 62.66%.