Ringu - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Ringu is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ringu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ringu is 048888. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.74 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ringu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ringu
According to the 2011 Census, Ringu village had a total population of 630 people, including 320 males and 310 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.10%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 630 | 320 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 64 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 213 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 107 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Ringu
Ringu 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 Ringu
Public transport in the Ringu 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 Didihat to Ringu is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ringu is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ringu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ringu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ringu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ringu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ringu
Where is Ringu located?
Ringu village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ringu?
Ringu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ringu?
The pincode of Ringu is 262554.
What is the population of Ringu?
Ringu had a total population of 630, including 320 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Ringu?
Ringu had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ringu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringu was 71.10%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 59.32%.