Rotan - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Rotan is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Angariyagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rotan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rotan is 049785. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.47 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Rotan 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 Rotan
As per Census 2011, Rotan village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 14 males and 20 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rotan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Rotan
Rotan 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 Rotan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rotan.
| 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 Rotan is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rotan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rotan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rotan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rotan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rotan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rotan
Where is Rotan located?
Rotan village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rotan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rotan is Angariyagara.
What is the pincode of Rotan?
The pincode of Rotan is 262531.
What is the population of Rotan?
Rotan has a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Rotan?
There are 9 households in Rotan.
What is the literacy rate in Rotan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rotan is 67.65%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 60.00%.