Risti - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Risti is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Thalisain and around 68 km from Pauri. Rishti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Risti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risti is 046538. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.12 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Risti 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risti
According to the 2011 Census, Risti village had a total population of 713 people, including 335 males and 378 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.40%, with male literacy at 81.92% and female literacy at 40.45%.
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 | 713 | 335 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 213 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 122 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Risti
Risti 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 Risti
Public transport in the Risti is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pauri to Risti is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Risti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Risti
Where is Risti located?
Risti village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Risti?
The Gram Panchayat of Risti is Rishti.
What is the pincode of Risti?
The pincode of Risti is 246130.
What is the population of Risti?
Risti had a total population of 713, including 335 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Risti?
Risti had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risti was 59.40%. Male literacy was 81.92% and female literacy was 40.45%.