Raun - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Raun is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Raun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raun is 040104. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.05 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Raun 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 Raun
According to the 2011 Census, Raun village had a total population of 289 people, including 141 males and 148 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.37%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 289 | 141 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 106 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Raun
Raun 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 Raun
Raun 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 <5 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 Raun is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Raun is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raun 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raun
Where is Raun located?
Raun village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raun?
Raun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raun?
The pincode of Raun is 249185.
What is the population of Raun?
Raun had a total population of 289, including 141 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Raun?
Raun had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raun was 77.37%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.