Reetha - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Reetha is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Raitoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Reetha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reetha is 049728. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.96 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Reetha 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 Reetha
As per Census 2011, Reetha village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 121 males and 98 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Reetha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Reetha
Reetha 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 Reetha
Reetha 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 Reetha is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Reetha is about 98 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 Reetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reetha 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 Reetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reetha 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 Reetha
Where is Reetha located?
Reetha village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Reetha?
The Gram Panchayat of Reetha is Raitoli.
What is the pincode of Reetha?
The pincode of Reetha is 262531.
What is the population of Reetha?
Reetha has a total population of 219, including 121 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Reetha?
There are 50 households in Reetha.
What is the literacy rate in Reetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reetha is 68.95%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 62.24%.