Raya Village - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Raya is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 76 km from Munsiari and around 91 km from Pithoragarh. Rayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raya is 049055. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.38 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Raya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raya
As per Census 2011, Raya village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 149 males and 166 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 149 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 124 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 25 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Raya
Raya 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 Raya
Public transport in the Raya is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Raya is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Raya is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raya 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 Raya
Where is Raya located?
Raya village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Rayan.
What is the pincode of Raya?
The pincode of Raya is 262555.
What is the population of Raya?
Raya has a total population of 315, including 149 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Raya?
There are 75 households in Raya.
What is the literacy rate in Raya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raya is 66.67%. Male literacy is 83.22% and female literacy is 51.81%.