Raturisera - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Raturisera is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raturisera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raturisera is 040479. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.87 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Raturisera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raturisera
According to the 2011 Census, Raturisera village had a total population of 94 people, including 49 males and 45 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.27%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 73.81%.
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 | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Raturisera
Raturisera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Athali | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Chinakholi | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Genwala | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Baun | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Matali | East | 1.97 km |
| Garh | West | 1.98 km |
| Singoti | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Barsali | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Jugaldi | North | 2.47 km |
| Veerpur | South-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raturisera
Raturisera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| 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 Raturisera is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raturisera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raturisera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raturisera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raturisera 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 Raturisera
Where is Raturisera located?
Raturisera village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raturisera?
The Gram Panchayat of Raturisera is Garh.
What is the pincode of Raturisera?
The pincode of Raturisera is 249193.
What is the population of Raturisera?
Raturisera had a total population of 94, including 49 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Raturisera?
Raturisera had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raturisera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raturisera was 84.27%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 73.81%.