Raithal - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Raithal is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ranthal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raithal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raithal is 050633. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.56 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Raithal 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 Raithal
According to the 2011 Census, Raithal village had a total population of 298 people, including 149 males and 149 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 116 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 33 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Raithal
Raithal 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 Raithal
Raithal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Raithal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raithal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raithal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raithal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raithal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raithal
Where is Raithal located?
Raithal village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raithal?
The Gram Panchayat of Raithal is Ranthal.
What is the pincode of Raithal?
The pincode of Raithal is 263642.
What is the population of Raithal?
Raithal had a total population of 298, including 149 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Raithal?
Raithal had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raithal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithal was 78.57%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 67.39%.