Raura - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Raura is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Munsiari and around 83 km from Pithoragarh. Khatera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raura is 049043. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.31 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Raura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raura
According to the 2011 Census, Raura village had a total population of 73 people, including 34 males and 39 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 3 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Raura
Raura 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 Raura
Public transport in the Raura 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 Raura is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Raura is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raura 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 Raura
Where is Raura located?
Raura village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raura is Khatera.
What is the pincode of Raura?
The pincode of Raura is 262553.
What is the population of Raura?
Raura had a total population of 73, including 34 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Raura?
Raura had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raura was 75.00%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 55.56%.