Raikot Mahar - Lohaghat, Champawat
Raikot Mahar is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Raikot Mahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikot Mahar is 054234. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.28 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Raikot Mahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raikot Mahar
According to the 2011 Census, Raikot Mahar village had a total population of 364 people, including 185 males and 179 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.18%, with male literacy at 87.90% and female literacy at 59.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 364 | 185 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 138 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 47 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Raikot Mahar
Raikot Mahar 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 Raikot Mahar
Raikot Mahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Raikot Mahar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Raikot Mahar is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikot Mahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikot Mahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raikot Mahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikot Mahar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raikot Mahar
Where is Raikot Mahar located?
Raikot Mahar village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raikot Mahar?
Raikot Mahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raikot Mahar?
The pincode of Raikot Mahar is 262524.
What is the population of Raikot Mahar?
Raikot Mahar had a total population of 364, including 185 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Raikot Mahar?
Raikot Mahar had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikot Mahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikot Mahar was 74.18%. Male literacy was 87.90% and female literacy was 59.73%.