Rikhari - Kanda, Bageshwar
Rikhari is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rikhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikhari is 050763. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.71 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Rikhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Rikhari
As per Census 2011, Rikhari village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 89 males and 92 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rikhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Rikhari
Rikhari 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 Rikhari
Rikhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rikhari is about 37 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 Rikhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikhari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rikhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikhari 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 Rikhari
Where is Rikhari located?
Rikhari village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikhari?
Rikhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rikhari?
The pincode of Rikhari is 263631.
What is the population of Rikhari?
Rikhari has a total population of 181, including 89 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Rikhari?
There are 40 households in Rikhari.
What is the literacy rate in Rikhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikhari is 65.75%. Male literacy is 70.79% and female literacy is 60.87%.