Raragar - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Raragar is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Devprayag and around 96 km from New Tehri. Radagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raragar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raragar is 043291. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.99 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Raragar 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 Raragar
As per Census 2011, Raragar village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 135 males and 155 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raragar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 135 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 110 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 25 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Raragar
Raragar 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 Raragar
Raragar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kirtinagar to Raragar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Raragar is about 96 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 Raragar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raragar 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 Raragar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raragar 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 Raragar
Where is Raragar located?
Raragar village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raragar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raragar is Radagad.
What is the pincode of Raragar?
The pincode of Raragar is 249161.
What is the population of Raragar?
Raragar has a total population of 290, including 135 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Raragar?
There are 61 households in Raragar.
What is the literacy rate in Raragar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raragar is 68.97%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 58.06%.