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 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 Raithal
As per Census 2011, Raithal village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 149 males and 149 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raithal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 298, including 149 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Raithal?
There are 68 households in Raithal.
What is the literacy rate in Raithal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithal is 70.13%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 62.42%.