Raulek - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Raulek is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Raulek village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raulek is 042119. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.54 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Raulek 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 Raulek
As per Census 2011, Raulek village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 577 males and 630 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 860 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raulek are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 577 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 75 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 183 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 471 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 106 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Raulek
Raulek 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 Raulek
Raulek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raulek is about 58 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 Raulek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raulek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raulek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raulek 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raulek
Where is Raulek located?
Raulek village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raulek?
Raulek is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raulek?
The pincode of Raulek is 246439.
What is the population of Raulek?
Raulek has a total population of 1,207, including 577 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Raulek?
There are 242 households in Raulek.
What is the literacy rate in Raulek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raulek is 71.25%. Male literacy is 81.63% and female literacy is 61.75%.