Raitoli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Raitoli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Raitoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitoli is 049734. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.49 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raitoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitoli
As per Census 2011, Raitoli village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 79 males and 128 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,620 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raitoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 79 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 67 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 12 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Raitoli
Raitoli 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 Raitoli
Raitoli 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 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 Didihat to Raitoli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Raitoli is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raitoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitoli 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 Raitoli
Where is Raitoli located?
Raitoli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitoli?
Raitoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raitoli?
The pincode of Raitoli is 262531.
What is the population of Raitoli?
Raitoli has a total population of 207, including 79 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Raitoli?
There are 57 households in Raitoli.
What is the literacy rate in Raitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitoli is 74.40%. Male literacy is 84.81% and female literacy is 67.97%.