Rautora - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Rautora is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Roteda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautora is 050155. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.61 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Rautora 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 Rautora
According to the 2011 Census, Rautora village had a total population of 402 people, including 196 males and 206 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.84%, with male literacy at 92.02% and female literacy at 62.18%.
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 | 402 | 196 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 33 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 150 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 46 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rautora
Rautora 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 Rautora
Rautora 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 >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 Rautora is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rautora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautora 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 Rautora
Where is Rautora located?
Rautora village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rautora?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautora is Roteda.
What is the pincode of Rautora?
The pincode of Rautora is 262522.
What is the population of Rautora?
Rautora had a total population of 402, including 196 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Rautora?
Rautora had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautora was 75.84%. Male literacy was 92.02% and female literacy was 62.18%.