Ringu Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ringu
As per Census 2011, Ringu village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 320 males and 310 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ringu are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 630, including 320 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Ringu?
There are 135 households in Ringu.
What is the literacy rate in Ringu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringu is 58.57%. Male literacy is 66.56% and female literacy is 50.32%.