River Range - Kalsi, Dehradun
River Range is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun.
As per Census 2011, the village code of River Range is 044968. The village covers a total geographical area of 2411 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Population of River Range
According to the 2011 Census, River Range village had a total population of 229 people, including 119 males and 110 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.32%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 77.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 15 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of River Range
River Range 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalasi | West | 1.31 km |
| Vyas Bhood | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Bijau | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Vyas Nahri | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Sairi | North | 2.23 km |
| Thaina | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Katapatthar | South | 2.88 km |
| Basan | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Jhutaya | North | 3.15 km |
| Kauthi Bhaundi | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of River Range
The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to River Range is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to River Range 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.
FAQs about River Range
Where is River Range located?
River Range village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of River Range?
The pincode of River Range is 248001.
What is the population of River Range?
River Range had a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in River Range?
River Range had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in River Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of River Range was 86.32%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 77.45%.