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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Rawal Gaon village had a total population of 98 people, including 48 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 71.74%.
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 | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 98, including 48 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Rawal Gaon?
Rawal Gaon had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal Gaon was 84.44%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 71.74%.