Rasyun - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Rasyun is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rasyun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasyun is 050156. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.78 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Rasyun 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 Rasyun
According to the 2011 Census, Rasyun village had a total population of 196 people, including 82 males and 114 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,390 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 45.92%.
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 | 196 | 82 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 35 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Rasyun
Rasyun 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 Rasyun
Rasyun 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 Rasyun is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasyun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasyun 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 Rasyun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasyun 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 Rasyun
Where is Rasyun located?
Rasyun village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasyun?
Rasyun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rasyun?
The pincode of Rasyun is 262522.
What is the population of Rasyun?
Rasyun had a total population of 196, including 82 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Rasyun?
Rasyun had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasyun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasyun was 57.14%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 45.92%.