Raini Chak Lata - Joshimath, Chamoli
Raini Chak Lata is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Reini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raini Chak Lata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raini Chak Lata is 040881. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.31 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Raini Chak Lata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raini Chak Lata
As per Census 2011, Raini Chak Lata village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 106 males and 39 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 367 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raini Chak Lata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 106 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 96 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Raini Chak Lata
Raini Chak Lata 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 Raini Chak Lata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raini Chak Lata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Joshimath to Raini Chak Lata is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Raini Chak Lata is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raini Chak Lata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raini Chak Lata 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 Raini Chak Lata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raini Chak Lata 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 Raini Chak Lata
Where is Raini Chak Lata located?
Raini Chak Lata village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raini Chak Lata?
The Gram Panchayat of Raini Chak Lata is Reini.
What is the pincode of Raini Chak Lata?
The pincode of Raini Chak Lata is 246443.
What is the population of Raini Chak Lata?
Raini Chak Lata has a total population of 145, including 106 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Raini Chak Lata?
There are 48 households in Raini Chak Lata.
What is the literacy rate in Raini Chak Lata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raini Chak Lata is 82.76%. Male literacy is 90.57% and female literacy is 61.54%.