Rithar - Garud, Bageshwar
Rithar is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rankundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rithar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rithar is 051417. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.77 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Rithar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rithar
As per Census 2011, Rithar village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 71 males and 116 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,633 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rithar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 71 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Rithar
Rithar 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 Rithar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rithar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Rithar is about 31 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 Rithar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rithar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rithar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rithar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rithar
Where is Rithar located?
Rithar village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rithar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rithar is Rankundi.
What is the pincode of Rithar?
The pincode of Rithar is 263635.
What is the population of Rithar?
Rithar has a total population of 187, including 71 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Rithar?
There are 47 households in Rithar.
What is the literacy rate in Rithar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rithar is 59.36%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 58.62%.