Pakhi
Pakhi is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Pakhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pakhi unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Pakhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pakhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakhi is 040845. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246472. Joshimath is nearest town to Pakhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Pakhi
Population of Pakhi
According to the 2011 Census, Pakhi has a total population of about 365, with approximately 184 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.60%, with male literacy at about 84.24% and female literacy near 60.77%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 184 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 265 | 155 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 29 | 71 |
Connectivity of Pakhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakhi. As per the 2011 stats, Pakhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pakhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakhi
- Where is Pakhi located?
- Pakhi village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakhi?
- Pakhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakhi?
- The pincode of Pakhi is 246472, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakhi is 365, with 184 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Pakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakhi village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakhi is 72.60%. The male literacy rate is 84.24%, while the female literacy rate is 60.77%.