Rastari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Rastari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kandaoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rastari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rastari is 040399. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.57 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Rastari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rastari
As per Census 2011, Rastari village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 73 males and 72 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rastari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 57 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 16 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Rastari
Rastari 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 Rastari
Rastari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Rastari is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Rastari is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rastari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rastari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rastari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rastari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rastari
Where is Rastari located?
Rastari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rastari?
The Gram Panchayat of Rastari is Kandaoo.
What is the pincode of Rastari?
The pincode of Rastari is 249171.
What is the population of Rastari?
Rastari has a total population of 145, including 73 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Rastari?
There are 29 households in Rastari.
What is the literacy rate in Rastari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rastari is 58.62%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 38.89%.