Raika - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Raika is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 130 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Raika village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raika is 043434. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.64 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Raika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raika
According to the 2011 Census, Raika village had a total population of 990 people, including 478 males and 512 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 92.51% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 990 | 478 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 358 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 120 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Raika
Raika 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 Raika
Raika 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 5-10 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 Uttarkashi to Raika is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Raika is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raika 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raika 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raika
Where is Raika located?
Raika village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raika?
Raika is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raika?
The pincode of Raika is 249165.
What is the population of Raika?
Raika had a total population of 990, including 478 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Raika?
Raika had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raika was 73.42%. Male literacy was 92.51% and female literacy was 56.52%.