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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Raikholagaon village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 55 males and 72 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,309 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikholagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 127, including 55 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Raikholagaon?
There are 20 households in Raikholagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Raikholagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikholagaon is 75.59%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 68.06%.