Raitpur - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Raitpur is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Lansdowne and around 64 km from Pauri. Garhkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitpur is 047406. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.12 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raitpur village had a total population of 63 people, including 30 males and 33 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.59%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 87.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Raitpur
Raitpur 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 Raitpur
Raitpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Raitpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Raitpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raitpur
Where is Raitpur located?
Raitpur village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raitpur is Garhkot.
What is the pincode of Raitpur?
The pincode of Raitpur is 246172.
What is the population of Raitpur?
Raitpur had a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Raitpur?
Raitpur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitpur was 92.59%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 87.10%.