Pachar - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Pachar is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Bageshwar and around 45 km from Bageshwar. Pachar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachar is 050881. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.2 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pachar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachar
According to the 2011 Census, Pachar village had a total population of 551 people, including 288 males and 263 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 96.40% and female literacy at 80.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 551 | 288 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 123 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 241 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 47 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Pachar
Pachar 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 Pachar
Pachar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Pachar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pachar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pachar
Where is Pachar located?
Pachar village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachar?
Pachar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachar?
The pincode of Pachar is 263634.
What is the population of Pachar?
Pachar had a total population of 551, including 288 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Pachar?
Pachar had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachar was 88.89%. Male literacy was 96.40% and female literacy was 80.62%.