Raighaon - Barakot, Champawat
Raighaon is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lohaghat and around 50 km from Champawat. Raigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raighaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raighaon is 054144. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.22 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raighaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raighaon
According to the 2011 Census, Raighaon village had a total population of 1,257 people, including 619 males and 638 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.28%, with male literacy at 91.83% and female literacy at 52.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288.
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 | 1,257 | 619 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 472 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 147 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Raighaon
Raighaon 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 Raighaon
Raighaon 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 Lohaghat to Raighaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Raighaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raighaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raighaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raighaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raighaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raighaon
Where is Raighaon located?
Raighaon village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raighaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Raighaon is Raigaon.
What is the pincode of Raighaon?
The pincode of Raighaon is 262527.
What is the population of Raighaon?
Raighaon had a total population of 1,257, including 619 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Raighaon?
Raighaon had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raighaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raighaon was 71.28%. Male literacy was 91.83% and female literacy was 52.01%.