Pathkyura - Kanda, Bageshwar
Pathkyura is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pathkura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathkyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathkyura is 050687. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.86 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pathkyura 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathkyura
According to the 2011 Census, Pathkyura village had a total population of 197 people, including 99 males and 98 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 80.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Pathkyura
Pathkyura 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 Pathkyura
Pathkyura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Pathkyura is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathkyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathkyura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathkyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathkyura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathkyura
Where is Pathkyura located?
Pathkyura village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pathkyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathkyura is Pathkura.
What is the pincode of Pathkyura?
The pincode of Pathkyura is 263640.
What is the population of Pathkyura?
Pathkyura had a total population of 197, including 99 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Pathkyura?
Pathkyura had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathkyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathkyura was 85.88%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 80.23%.