Rail - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Rail is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Ravigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rail is 042077. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.59 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Rail 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 Rail
As per Census 2011, Rail village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 39 males and 32 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Rail
Rail 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 Rail
Public transport in the Rail is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Rail is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rail 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rail
Where is Rail located?
Rail village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rail?
The Gram Panchayat of Rail is Ravigram.
What is the pincode of Rail?
The pincode of Rail is 246471.
What is the population of Rail?
Rail has a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rail?
There are 16 households in Rail.
What is the literacy rate in Rail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rail is 74.65%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 62.50%.