Rama Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Rama Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 164 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Rama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rama Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rama Gaon is 040103. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.89 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rama 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rama Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rama Gaon village had a total population of 662 people, including 338 males and 324 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 91.37% and female literacy at 64.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 568.
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 | 662 | 338 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 291 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 254 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 84 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Rama Gaon
Rama 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 Rama Gaon
Rama Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barkot to Rama Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Rama Gaon is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rama Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rama Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rama 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 Rama Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rama Gaon
Where is Rama Gaon located?
Rama Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rama Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rama Gaon is Rama.
What is the pincode of Rama Gaon?
The pincode of Rama Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Rama Gaon?
Rama Gaon had a total population of 662, including 338 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Rama Gaon?
Rama Gaon had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rama Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rama Gaon was 77.86%. Male literacy was 91.37% and female literacy was 64.54%.