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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ringi
According to the 2011 Census, Ringi village had a total population of 273 people, including 129 males and 144 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.31%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 82.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 273, including 129 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Ringi?
Ringi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ringi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringi was 88.31%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 82.31%.