Rikheda - Chaubatta Khal, Pauri Garhwal
Rikheda is a village situated in the Chaubatta Khal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Chaubattakhal and around 45 km from Pauri. Redu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikheda is 048100. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.65 hectares and falls under the 246169 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Rikheda
Rikheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathur Urf Dharam Pur | East | 0.58 km |
| Math Gaon | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Than Lagga Kulasu | West | 1.11 km |
| Mathana | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Kachhkatta | East | 1.16 km |
| Sunna | South | 1.32 km |
| Gajera | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Kharsadi | West | 1.64 km |
| Manjari Talli | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Gairoli | North-East | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rikheda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rikheda. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Rikheda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikheda 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 Rikheda
Where is Rikheda located?
Rikheda village is located in Chaubatta Khal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikheda is Redu.
What is the pincode of Rikheda?
The pincode of Rikheda is 246169.