Rainta - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Rainta is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Rainta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rainta is 055878. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.2 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rainta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rainta
As per Census 2011, Rainta village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 668 males and 610 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rainta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 668 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 422 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 246 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Rainta
Rainta 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 Rainta
Rainta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rainta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Rainta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rainta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rainta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rainta 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rainta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rainta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rainta
Where is Rainta located?
Rainta village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rainta?
Rainta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rainta?
The pincode of Rainta is 262401.
What is the population of Rainta?
Rainta has a total population of 1,278, including 668 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Rainta?
There are 222 households in Rainta.
What is the literacy rate in Rainta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rainta is 54.38%. Male literacy is 63.17% and female literacy is 44.75%.