Raithal - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Raithal is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Raithal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raithal is 040725. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.07 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Raithal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raithal
According to the 2011 Census, Raithal village had a total population of 1,005 people, including 501 males and 504 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.26%, with male literacy at 97.04% and female literacy at 77.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
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 | 1,005 | 501 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 62 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 119 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 426 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 75 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Raithal
Raithal 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 Raithal
Raithal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Raithal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raithal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raithal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raithal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raithal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raithal
Where is Raithal located?
Raithal village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raithal?
Raithal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raithal?
The pincode of Raithal is 249135.
What is the population of Raithal?
Raithal had a total population of 1,005, including 501 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Raithal?
Raithal had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raithal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raithal was 87.26%. Male literacy was 97.04% and female literacy was 77.31%.