Rori - Pithoragarh
Rori is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rori is 050200. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.54 hectares and falls under the 262501 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rori 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 Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rori
According to the 2011 Census, Rori village had a total population of 189 people, including 89 males and 100 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 81.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Rori
Rori 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 Rori
Public transport in the Rori 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 Rori is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rori 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 Rori
Where is Rori located?
Rori village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rori?
Rori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rori?
The pincode of Rori is 262501.
What is the population of Rori?
Rori had a total population of 189, including 89 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Rori?
Rori had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rori was 87.27%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 81.52%.