Raitasi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Raitasi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from Devprayag and around 90 km from New Tehri. Raitasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitasi is 043282. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.26 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Raitasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitasi
As per Census 2011, Raitasi village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 135 males and 147 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 98 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raitasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 135 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 102 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 33 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Raitasi
Raitasi 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 Raitasi
Public transport in the Raitasi is mainly available through shared van 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 Kirtinagar to Raitasi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Raitasi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raitasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitasi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raitasi
Where is Raitasi located?
Raitasi village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitasi?
Raitasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raitasi?
The pincode of Raitasi is 249161.
What is the population of Raitasi?
Raitasi has a total population of 282, including 135 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Raitasi?
There are 55 households in Raitasi.
What is the literacy rate in Raitasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitasi is 65.25%. Male literacy is 75.56% and female literacy is 55.78%.