Rateri - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Rateri is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Mairana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rateri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rateri is 040155. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.35 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Rateri 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 Rateri
According to the 2011 Census, Rateri village had a total population of 67 people, including 35 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.27%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 10 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Rateri
Rateri 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 Rateri
Rateri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rateri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Rateri is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Rateri is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rateri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rateri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rateri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rateri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rateri
Where is Rateri located?
Rateri village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rateri?
The Gram Panchayat of Rateri is Mairana.
What is the pincode of Rateri?
The pincode of Rateri is 249185.
What is the population of Rateri?
Rateri had a total population of 67, including 35 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rateri?
Rateri had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rateri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rateri was 67.27%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 48.00%.