Rakar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Rakar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bali Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakar is 050010. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.93 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Rakar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakar
According to the 2011 Census, Rakar village had a total population of 16 people, including 7 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Rakar
Rakar 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 Rakar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rakar.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Rakar is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakar 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 Rakar
Where is Rakar located?
Rakar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rakar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakar is Bali Gaon.
What is the pincode of Rakar?
The pincode of Rakar is 262522.
What is the population of Rakar?
Rakar had a total population of 16, including 7 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Rakar?
Rakar had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakar was 68.75%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 55.56%.