Rithayat

Rithayat is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Rithayat village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Rithayat unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Rithayat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Rithayat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rithayat is 049949. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Rithayat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 99km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rithayat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rithayat

According to the 2011 Census, Rithayat has a total population of about 742, with approximately 378 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.56%, with male literacy at about 72.22% and female literacy near 56.59%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rithayat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 742 378 364
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 51 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 139 73 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 479 273 206
Illiterate Population 263 105 158

Connectivity of Rithayat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rithayat. As per the 2011 stats, Rithayat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rithayat

Knowing the nearby villages of Rithayat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rithayat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rithayat

Where is Rithayat located?
Rithayat village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rithayat?
Rithayat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rithayat?
The pincode of Rithayat is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rithayat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rithayat is 742, with 378 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Rithayat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rithayat village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rithayat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rithayat is 64.56%. The male literacy rate is 72.22%, while the female literacy rate is 56.59%.