Raikholagaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Raikholagaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Bageshwar and around 55 km from Bageshwar. Bafilagaon Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikholagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikholagaon is 050877. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Raikholagaon 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikholagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Raikholagaon village had a total population of 127 people, including 55 males and 72 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,309 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 81.67%.
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 | 127 | 55 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 8 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Raikholagaon
Raikholagaon 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 Raikholagaon
Raikholagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bageshwar to Raikholagaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikholagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikholagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raikholagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikholagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raikholagaon
Where is Raikholagaon located?
Raikholagaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raikholagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikholagaon is Bafilagaon Malla.
What is the pincode of Raikholagaon?
The pincode of Raikholagaon is 263634.
What is the population of Raikholagaon?
Raikholagaon had a total population of 127, including 55 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Raikholagaon?
Raikholagaon had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikholagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikholagaon was 88.89%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 81.67%.