Rawal Gaon - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Rawal Gaon is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chaukhuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawal Gaon is 049770. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.8 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Rawal Gaon 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 Rawal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Rawal Gaon village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 48 males and 50 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 22 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Rawal Gaon
Rawal Gaon 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 Rawal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rawal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Rawal Gaon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rawal Gaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawal Gaon 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 Rawal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawal Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rawal Gaon
Where is Rawal Gaon located?
Rawal Gaon village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawal Gaon is Chaukhuna.
What is the pincode of Rawal Gaon?
The pincode of Rawal Gaon is 262534.
What is the population of Rawal Gaon?
Rawal Gaon has a total population of 98, including 48 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Rawal Gaon?
There are 25 households in Rawal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal Gaon is 77.55%. Male literacy is 89.58% and female literacy is 66.00%.