Raikhal Range - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Raikhal Range is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikhal Range is 056214. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.25 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Shaktigarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikhal Range
According to the 2011 Census, Raikhal Range village had a total population of 182 people, including 94 males and 88 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.51%, with male literacy at 48.10% and female literacy at 38.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 56 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Raikhal Range
Raikhal Range 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 Raikhal Range
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shaktigarh to Raikhal Range is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Raikhal Range is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Raikhal Range
Where is Raikhal Range located?
Raikhal Range village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Raikhal Range?
The pincode of Raikhal Range is 262311.
What is the population of Raikhal Range?
Raikhal Range had a total population of 182, including 94 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Raikhal Range?
Raikhal Range had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhal Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikhal Range was 43.51%. Male literacy was 48.10% and female literacy was 38.67%.