Raul - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Raul is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Lohaghat and around 37 km from Champawat. Gur Mangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raul is 054346. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.89 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Raul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raul
According to the 2011 Census, Raul village had a total population of 140 people, including 71 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.08%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 85.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Raul
Raul 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 Raul
Raul 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 | 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 Raul is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Raul is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raul 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 Raul
Where is Raul located?
Raul village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raul?
The Gram Panchayat of Raul is Gur Mangal.
What is the pincode of Raul?
The pincode of Raul is 262524.
What is the population of Raul?
Raul had a total population of 140, including 71 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Raul?
Raul had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raul was 90.08%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 85.48%.