Rato - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Rato is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Munsiari and around 78 km from Pithoragarh. Dev Kuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rato village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rato is 049004. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.06 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Rato 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rato
According to the 2011 Census, Rato village had a total population of 60 people, including 28 males and 32 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Rato
Rato 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 Rato
Rato is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Rato is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rato is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rato village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rato 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 Rato
Where is Rato located?
Rato village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rato?
The Gram Panchayat of Rato is Dev Kuna.
What is the pincode of Rato?
The pincode of Rato is 262553.
What is the population of Rato?
Rato had a total population of 60, including 28 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rato?
Rato had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rato was 66.04%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 53.57%.