Ranthi - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Ranthi is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ranthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranthi is 049133. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.49 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ranthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranthi
According to the 2011 Census, Ranthi village had a total population of 4,932 people, including 2,463 males and 2,469 females, living in 1,043 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.47%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 783, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 4,932 | 2,463 | 2,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 889 | 455 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 403 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 127 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 2,930 | 1,789 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 674 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Ranthi
Ranthi 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 Ranthi
Ranthi 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 Dharchula to Ranthi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ranthi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranthi 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 Ranthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranthi
Where is Ranthi located?
Ranthi village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranthi?
Ranthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranthi?
The pincode of Ranthi is 262545.
What is the population of Ranthi?
Ranthi had a total population of 4,932, including 2,463 males and 2,469 females.
How many households are there in Ranthi?
Ranthi had 1,043 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranthi was 72.47%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 56.07%.