Raighaon
Raighaon is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Raigaon is the gram panchayat of Raighaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Raighaon unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Raighaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Raighaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raighaon is 054144. The village spans a total geographical area of 851.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Raighaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Raighaon
Population of Raighaon
According to the 2011 Census, Raighaon has a total population of about 1,257, with approximately 619 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.22%, with male literacy at about 76.25% and female literacy near 44.67%. There are around 254 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raighaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 757 | 472 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 147 | 353 |
Connectivity of Raighaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raighaon. As per the 2011 stats, Raighaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raighaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Raighaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raighaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raighaon
- Where is Raighaon located?
- Raighaon village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raighaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raighaon is Raigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raighaon?
- The pincode of Raighaon is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raighaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raighaon is 1,257, with 619 males and 638 females.
- How many households are there in Raighaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raighaon village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raighaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raighaon is 60.22%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 44.67%.