Raigaon - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Raigaon is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Tharali and around 86 km from Gopeshwar. Raigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigaon is 041648. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.05 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Raigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigaon
As per Census 2011, Raigaon village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 75 males and 90 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 50 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Raigaon
Raigaon 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 Raigaon
Raigaon 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 >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 Raigaon is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Raigaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raigaon
Where is Raigaon located?
Raigaon village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigaon?
Raigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raigaon?
The pincode of Raigaon is 246455.
What is the population of Raigaon?
Raigaon has a total population of 165, including 75 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Raigaon?
There are 34 households in Raigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Raigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigaon is 69.70%. Male literacy is 81.33% and female literacy is 60.00%.