Rauta - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Rauta is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Lansdowne and around 140 km from Pauri. Kaligaad Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rauta is 047527. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.21 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Rauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rauta
According to the 2011 Census, Rauta village had a total population of 79 people, including 34 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,324 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Rauta
Rauta 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 Rauta
Rauta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Rauta is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Rauta is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rauta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rauta 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 Rauta
Where is Rauta located?
Rauta village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Rauta is Kaligaad Talla.
What is the pincode of Rauta?
The pincode of Rauta is 246276.
What is the population of Rauta?
Rauta had a total population of 79, including 34 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Rauta?
Rauta had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rauta was 80.56%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 70.73%.