Ruina Thal - Thal, Pithoragarh
Ruina Thal is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Berinag and around 55 km from Pithoragarh. Ruyinathal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruina Thal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruina Thal is 049696. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.53 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ruina Thal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruina Thal
As per Census 2011, Ruina Thal village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 114 males and 118 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 68 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruina Thal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 20 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Ruina Thal
Ruina Thal 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 Ruina Thal
Ruina Thal 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 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 Ruina Thal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ruina Thal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruina Thal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruina Thal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruina Thal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruina Thal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ruina Thal
Where is Ruina Thal located?
Ruina Thal village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruina Thal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruina Thal is Ruyinathal.
What is the pincode of Ruina Thal?
The pincode of Ruina Thal is 262552.
What is the population of Ruina Thal?
Ruina Thal has a total population of 232, including 114 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Ruina Thal?
There are 55 households in Ruina Thal.
What is the literacy rate in Ruina Thal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruina Thal is 70.69%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 59.32%.