Rain Laga Odar - Dewal, Chamoli
Rain Laga Odar is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Tharali and around 101 km from Gopeshwar. Rain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rain Laga Odar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rain Laga Odar is 041793. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.37 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Rain Laga Odar 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rain Laga Odar
According to the 2011 Census, Rain Laga Odar village had a total population of 168 people, including 81 males and 87 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.22%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 71.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 14 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Rain Laga Odar
Rain Laga Odar 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 Rain Laga Odar
Rain Laga Odar 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 Karnaprayag to Rain Laga Odar is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Rain Laga Odar is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rain Laga Odar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rain Laga Odar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rain Laga Odar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rain Laga Odar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rain Laga Odar
Where is Rain Laga Odar located?
Rain Laga Odar village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rain Laga Odar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rain Laga Odar is Rain.
What is the pincode of Rain Laga Odar?
The pincode of Rain Laga Odar is 246427.
What is the population of Rain Laga Odar?
Rain Laga Odar had a total population of 168, including 81 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Rain Laga Odar?
Rain Laga Odar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rain Laga Odar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rain Laga Odar was 83.22%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 71.23%.