Rishidhar - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Rishidhar is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 93 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Satiyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rishidhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rishidhar is 042864. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.74 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Rishidhar 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rishidhar
According to the 2011 Census, Rishidhar village had a total population of 84 people, including 38 males and 46 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 74.42%.
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 | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Rishidhar
Rishidhar 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 Rishidhar
Rishidhar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Rishidhar is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Rishidhar is about 93 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 Rishidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rishidhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rishidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rishidhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rishidhar
Where is Rishidhar located?
Rishidhar village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rishidhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rishidhar is Satiyala.
What is the pincode of Rishidhar?
The pincode of Rishidhar is 249155.
What is the population of Rishidhar?
Rishidhar had a total population of 84, including 38 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Rishidhar?
Rishidhar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rishidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rishidhar was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 74.42%.