Ratghar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Ratghar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jakhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratghar is 050694. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.95 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Ratghar 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ratghar village had a total population of 201 people, including 95 males and 106 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 79.17%.
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 | 201 | 95 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 11 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ratghar
Ratghar 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 Ratghar
Public transport in the Ratghar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Ratghar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ratghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratghar 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 Ratghar
Where is Ratghar located?
Ratghar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratghar is Jakhani.
What is the pincode of Ratghar?
The pincode of Ratghar is 263640.
What is the population of Ratghar?
Ratghar had a total population of 201, including 95 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Ratghar?
Ratghar had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratghar was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 79.17%.