Ritholi - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Ritholi is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kimoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ritholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ritholi is 041421. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.4 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ritholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ritholi
According to the 2011 Census, Ritholi village had a total population of 46 people, including 19 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,421 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 62.96%.
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 | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Ritholi
Ritholi 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 Ritholi
Public transport in the Ritholi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ritholi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ritholi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ritholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ritholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ritholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ritholi 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 Ritholi
Where is Ritholi located?
Ritholi village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ritholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ritholi is Kimoli.
What is the pincode of Ritholi?
The pincode of Ritholi is 246444.
What is the population of Ritholi?
Ritholi had a total population of 46, including 19 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Ritholi?
Ritholi had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ritholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritholi was 75.56%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 62.96%.