Raudu - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Raudu is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Karokhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raudu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raudu is 042149. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.01 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Raudu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Raudu
According to the 2011 Census, Raudu village had a total population of 54 people, including 24 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 2 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Raudu
Raudu 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 Raudu
Raudu 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 5-10 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 Raudu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raudu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raudu 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 Raudu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raudu 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 Raudu
Where is Raudu located?
Raudu village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raudu?
The Gram Panchayat of Raudu is Karokhi.
What is the pincode of Raudu?
The pincode of Raudu is 246469.
What is the population of Raudu?
Raudu had a total population of 54, including 24 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Raudu?
Raudu had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raudu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raudu was 76.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.