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
As per Census 2011, Rateri village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 35 males and 32 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rateri are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 67, including 35 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rateri?
There are 12 households in Rateri.
What is the literacy rate in Rateri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rateri is 55.22%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 37.50%.