Raigari - Joshimath, Chamoli
Raigari is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Regdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigari is 040869. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.26 hectares and falls under the 246483 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raigari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raigari
According to the 2011 Census, Raigari village had a total population of 97 people, including 48 males and 49 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.05%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 72.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Raigari
Raigari 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 Raigari
Raigari 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 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 Joshimath to Raigari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Raigari is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raigari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigari 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 Raigari
Where is Raigari located?
Raigari village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raigari?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigari is Regdi.
What is the pincode of Raigari?
The pincode of Raigari is 246483.
What is the population of Raigari?
Raigari had a total population of 97, including 48 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Raigari?
Raigari had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigari was 82.05%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 72.50%.