Ringi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Ringi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ringi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ringi is 040886. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.73 hectares and falls under the 246483 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ringi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ringi
As per Census 2011, Ringi village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 129 males and 144 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ringi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 17 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Ringi
Ringi 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 Ringi
Ringi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ringi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ringi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ringi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ringi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ringi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ringi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ringi
Where is Ringi located?
Ringi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ringi?
Ringi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ringi?
The pincode of Ringi is 246483.
What is the population of Ringi?
Ringi has a total population of 273, including 129 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Ringi?
There are 68 households in Ringi.
What is the literacy rate in Ringi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringi is 80.22%. Male literacy is 86.82% and female literacy is 74.31%.