Ram Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Ram Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ramgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ram Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ram Gaon is 043878. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.95 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ram Gaon 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 Ram Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ram Gaon village had a total population of 295 people, including 139 males and 156 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 94.21% and female literacy at 61.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 25 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Ram Gaon
Ram Gaon 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 Ram Gaon
Ram Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Ram Gaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ram Gaon is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ram Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ram Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ram Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ram Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ram Gaon
Where is Ram Gaon located?
Ram Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ram Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ram Gaon is Ramgaon.
What is the pincode of Ram Gaon?
The pincode of Ram Gaon is 249130.
What is the population of Ram Gaon?
Ram Gaon had a total population of 295, including 139 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Ram Gaon?
Ram Gaon had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ram Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ram Gaon was 76.74%. Male literacy was 94.21% and female literacy was 61.31%.