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
As per Census 2011, River Range village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 119 males and 110 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for River Range are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in River Range?
There are 52 households in River Range.
What is the literacy rate in River Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of River Range is 79.91%. Male literacy is 87.39% and female literacy is 71.82%.