Ratgaon Goonth - Tharali, Chamoli
Ratgaon Goonth is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ratgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratgaon Goonth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratgaon Goonth is 041683. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.01 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ratgaon Goonth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratgaon Goonth
As per Census 2011, Ratgaon Goonth village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 129 males and 132 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratgaon Goonth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 34 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 97 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Ratgaon Goonth
Ratgaon Goonth 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 Ratgaon Goonth
Ratgaon Goonth 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 Ratgaon Goonth is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ratgaon Goonth is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratgaon Goonth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratgaon Goonth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratgaon Goonth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratgaon Goonth 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 Ratgaon Goonth
Where is Ratgaon Goonth located?
Ratgaon Goonth village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratgaon Goonth?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratgaon Goonth is Ratgaon.
What is the pincode of Ratgaon Goonth?
The pincode of Ratgaon Goonth is 246481.
What is the population of Ratgaon Goonth?
Ratgaon Goonth has a total population of 261, including 129 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Ratgaon Goonth?
There are 53 households in Ratgaon Goonth.
What is the literacy rate in Ratgaon Goonth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratgaon Goonth is 63.98%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 53.03%.