Raitola
Raitola is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Raitola village is also a gram panchayat.
Raitola has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Raitola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raitola is 050124. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Raitola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 97km away.
When it comes to local governance, Raitola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Raitola
Below is a concise population overview of Raitola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 169 | 81 | 88 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 96 | 55 | 41 |
Illiterate Population | 73 | 26 | 47 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raitola village:
- The total population of Raitola village is around 169, including approximately 81 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Raitola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raitola village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Raitola village is about 56.80%, with male literacy at 67.90% and female literacy at 46.59%.
- There are around 44 households in Raitola village.
Connectivity of Raitola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raitola. As per the 2011 stats, Raitola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raitola
Knowing the nearby villages of Raitola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raitola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raitola
- Where is Raitola located?
- Raitola village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raitola?
- Raitola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Raitola?
- The pincode of Raitola is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raitola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raitola is 169, with 81 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Raitola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raitola village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raitola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raitola is 56.80%. The male literacy rate is 67.90%, while the female literacy rate is 46.59%.