Rait Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Rait Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kandargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rait Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rait Gaon is 042841. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.76 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Rait Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rait Gaon
As per Census 2011, Rait Gaon village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 25 males and 28 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 15 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rait Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Rait Gaon
Rait Gaon 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 Rait Gaon
Rait Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rait Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Rait Gaon is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Rait Gaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rait Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rait Gaon 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 Rait Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rait Gaon 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 Rait Gaon
Where is Rait Gaon located?
Rait Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rait Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rait Gaon is Kandargaon.
What is the pincode of Rait Gaon?
The pincode of Rait Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Rait Gaon?
Rait Gaon has a total population of 53, including 25 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Rait Gaon?
There are 12 households in Rait Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rait Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rait Gaon is 71.70%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 64.29%.