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
As per Census 2011, Rauta village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 34 males and 45 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,323 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 79, including 34 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Rauta?
There are 17 households in Rauta.
What is the literacy rate in Rauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rauta is 73.42%. Male literacy is 85.29% and female literacy is 64.44%.