About Ranikhet
Queen's Field in the Kumaon Hills
Ranikhet is a charming hill station in the Almora district, nestled at 1,829 metres in the Kumaon Himalayas. Home to the Kumaon Regiment Centre, it is known for its lush meadows, apple orchards, pine and oak forests, and stunning views of the Trishul and Nanda Devi peaks.
Key Facts
Type
city
Region
kumaon
Division
Kumaon
Elevation
1829 m
Area
62 km²
Climate
temperate
STD Code
05966
Demographics
| Population | 16,000 (2011) |
| Population Density | 258 /km² |
| Literacy Rate | 92.1% |
Languages Spoken
HindiKumaoniEnglish