Ran Kote Upreti - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Ran Kote Upreti is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Runkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ran Kote Upreti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ran Kote Upreti is 050077. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.39 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Ran Kote Upreti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Ran Kote Upreti
According to the 2011 Census, Ran Kote Upreti village had a total population of 541 people, including 268 males and 273 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.90%, with male literacy at 94.47% and female literacy at 81.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 540.
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 | 541 | 268 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 267 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 205 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Ran Kote Upreti
Ran Kote Upreti 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 Ran Kote Upreti
Ran Kote Upreti 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 Pithoragarh to Ran Kote Upreti is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ran Kote Upreti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ran Kote Upreti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ran Kote Upreti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ran Kote Upreti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ran Kote Upreti
Where is Ran Kote Upreti located?
Ran Kote Upreti village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ran Kote Upreti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ran Kote Upreti is Runkot.
What is the pincode of Ran Kote Upreti?
The pincode of Ran Kote Upreti is 262522.
What is the population of Ran Kote Upreti?
Ran Kote Upreti had a total population of 541, including 268 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Ran Kote Upreti?
Ran Kote Upreti had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ran Kote Upreti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran Kote Upreti was 87.90%. Male literacy was 94.47% and female literacy was 81.45%.