Raulakot - Madannegi, Tehri Garhwal
Raulakot is a village situated in the Madannegi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Pratapnagar and around 120 km from New Tehri. Raulakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raulakot is 043540. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.29 hectares and falls under the 249127 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Raulakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raulakot
According to the 2011 Census, Raulakot village had a total population of 603 people, including 273 males and 330 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.42%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 64.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 603 | 273 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 79 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Raulakot
Raulakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Plas | West | 0.78 km |
| Malideval Chak Saur | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Sakniyani Check | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Godi Sirain | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Maldeval | South | 1.48 km |
| Hatwal Gaon | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Goran | South | 1.55 km |
| Saur Math | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Paneeth | West | 1.64 km |
| Jhinwali | North | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raulakot
Raulakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Raulakot is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Raulakot is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raulakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raulakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raulakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raulakot 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 Raulakot
Where is Raulakot located?
Raulakot village is located in Madannegi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raulakot?
Raulakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raulakot?
The pincode of Raulakot is 249127.
What is the population of Raulakot?
Raulakot had a total population of 603, including 273 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Raulakot?
Raulakot had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raulakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raulakot was 74.42%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 64.77%.