Raithwan Gaon - Doiwala, Dehradun
Raithwan Gaon is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Rishikesh and around 20 km from Dehradun. Nahi Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raithwan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raithwan Gaon is 045276. The village covers a total geographical area of 576 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raithwan Gaon 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 Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raithwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Raithwan Gaon village had a total population of 40 people, including 22 males and 18 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 53.33%.
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 | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Raithwan Gaon
Raithwan Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kairwan Malkot | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Sataili Gairwal | North | 1.51 km |
| Nahi Kalan | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Jakar | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Nahikhurd | West | 2.94 km |
| Kotala | West | 3.32 km |
| Farti | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Pasani | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Sindhwal Gaon | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Bamendi | North | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raithwan Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raithwan Gaon. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Raithwan Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raithwan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raithwan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raithwan Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raithwan Gaon 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 Raithwan Gaon
Where is Raithwan Gaon located?
Raithwan Gaon village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raithwan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Raithwan Gaon is Nahi Kalan.
What is the pincode of Raithwan Gaon?
The pincode of Raithwan Gaon is 248001.
What is the population of Raithwan Gaon?
Raithwan Gaon had a total population of 40, including 22 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Raithwan Gaon?
Raithwan Gaon had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raithwan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithwan Gaon was 67.74%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 53.33%.