Phigsoo - Phigsoo, Doda
Phigsoo is a village situated in the Phigsoo tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Thathri and around 43 km from Doda. Phagsoo-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phigsoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phigsoo is 004255. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.8 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Phigsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phigsoo
As per Census 2011, Phigsoo village has a total population of 2,709 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,323 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,618 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phigsoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,709 | 1,386 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 243 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 989 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 397 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Phigsoo
Phigsoo 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 Phigsoo
Phigsoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Thathri to Phigsoo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Phigsoo is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phigsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phigsoo 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phigsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phigsoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phigsoo
Where is Phigsoo located?
Phigsoo village is located in Phigsoo Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phigsoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Phigsoo is Phagsoo-a.
What is the pincode of Phigsoo?
The pincode of Phigsoo is 182203.
What is the population of Phigsoo?
Phigsoo has a total population of 2,709, including 1,386 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Phigsoo?
There are 480 households in Phigsoo.
What is the literacy rate in Phigsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phigsoo is 59.73%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 47.54%.