Raigu - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Raigu is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigu is 042224. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.74 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Raigu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigu
According to the 2011 Census, Raigu village had a total population of 37 people, including 16 males and 21 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.85%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Raigu
Raigu 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 Raigu
Raigu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rudraprayag to Raigu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raigu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raigu
Where is Raigu located?
Raigu village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigu?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigu is Kandara.
What is the pincode of Raigu?
The pincode of Raigu is 246471.
What is the population of Raigu?
Raigu had a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Raigu?
Raigu had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigu was 84.85%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.