Raun

Raun is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Raun village is also a gram panchayat.

Raun has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raun is 040104. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Raun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

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Population of Raun

Below is a concise population overview of Raun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 289 141 148
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 21 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 39 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 188 106 82
Illiterate Population 101 35 66

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raun village:

  • The total population of Raun village is around 289, including approximately 141 males and 148 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Raun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raun village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raun village is about 65.05%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 55.41%.
  • There are around 54 households in Raun village.

Connectivity of Raun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raun. As per the 2011 stats, Raun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raun

Knowing the nearby villages of Raun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raun.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Raun

Where is Raun located?
Raun village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raun?
Raun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Raun?
The pincode of Raun is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raun is 289, with 141 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Raun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raun village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raun is 65.05%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 55.41%.