Ratoli - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Ratoli is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Jakhnidhar and around 50 km from New Tehri. Ratoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratoli is 043664. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.68 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ratoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratoli
According to the 2011 Census, Ratoli village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 569 males and 614 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.63%, with male literacy at 84.57% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 623.
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 | 1,183 | 569 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 109 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 318 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 389 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 180 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Ratoli
Ratoli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsari | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Khand | East | 0.85 km |
| Petaw | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Titriya Tipri | West | 1.50 km |
| Sapla | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Malyakot | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Akhori Sain | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Belkandi | South | 2.14 km |
| Nawakot | West | 2.17 km |
| Chheti | South-West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratoli
Ratoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Ratoli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ratoli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratoli 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 Ratoli
Where is Ratoli located?
Ratoli village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratoli?
Ratoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratoli?
The pincode of Ratoli is 249123.
What is the population of Ratoli?
Ratoli had a total population of 1,183, including 569 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Ratoli?
Ratoli had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratoli was 73.63%. Male literacy was 84.57% and female literacy was 64.07%.