Raitola - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Raitola is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Raitola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitola is 050124. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.75 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Raitola 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 Raitola
As per Census 2011, Raitola village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 81 males and 88 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 26 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Raitola
Raitola 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 Raitola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raitola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Raitola is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitola 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 Raitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raitola
Where is Raitola located?
Raitola village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitola?
Raitola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raitola?
The pincode of Raitola is 262522.
What is the population of Raitola?
Raitola has a total population of 169, including 81 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Raitola?
There are 44 households in Raitola.
What is the literacy rate in Raitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitola is 56.80%. Male literacy is 67.90% and female literacy is 46.59%.