Rainapur Grant - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Rainapur Grant is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Raina Pur Grant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rainapur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rainapur Grant is 045325. The village covers a total geographical area of 1165.67 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rainapur Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Rainapur Grant
As per Census 2011, Rainapur Grant village has a total population of 1,527 people, consisting of 758 males and 769 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rainapur Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 758 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 595 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 163 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Rainapur Grant
Rainapur Grant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkot Mafi | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Listrabad | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Barkot Range | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Mauja Rani Pokhari | North | 2.92 km |
| Chakbarkot | North | 2.94 km |
| Bhogpur | North | 3.55 km |
| Sarangdharwala | North | 4.20 km |
| Bairagada | North | 4.25 km |
| Rakhwal Gaon | North | 4.88 km |
| Jauligrant | North-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rainapur Grant
Rainapur Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Doiwala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Rainapur Grant is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Rainapur Grant is about 39 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 Rainapur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rainapur Grant 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 Rainapur Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rainapur Grant 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rainapur Grant
Where is Rainapur Grant located?
Rainapur Grant village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rainapur Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Rainapur Grant is Raina Pur Grant.
What is the pincode of Rainapur Grant?
The pincode of Rainapur Grant is 248001.
What is the population of Rainapur Grant?
Rainapur Grant has a total population of 1,527, including 758 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Rainapur Grant?
There are 313 households in Rainapur Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Rainapur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rainapur Grant is 73.54%. Male literacy is 78.50% and female literacy is 68.66%.