Rilkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Rilkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lachpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rilkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rilkot is 048855. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.21 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Rilkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rilkot
According to the 2011 Census, Rilkot village had a total population of 39 people, including 35 males and 4 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.87%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 39 | 35 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 34 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Rilkot
Rilkot 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 Rilkot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rilkot.
| 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 Didihat to Rilkot is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rilkot is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rilkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rilkot 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 Rilkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rilkot 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 Rilkot
Where is Rilkot located?
Rilkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rilkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Rilkot is Lachpa.
What is the pincode of Rilkot?
The pincode of Rilkot is 262554.
What is the population of Rilkot?
Rilkot had a total population of 39, including 35 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Rilkot?
Rilkot had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rilkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rilkot was 94.87%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 75.00%.