Phalota - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Phalota is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sukhtoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phalota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phalota is 041415. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.24 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Phalota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Phalota
According to the 2011 Census, Phalota village had a total population of 104 people, including 46 males and 58 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,261 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 75.47%.
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 | 104 | 46 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Phalota
Phalota 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 Phalota
Phalota 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Phalota is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Phalota is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phalota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phalota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Phalota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phalota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phalota
Where is Phalota located?
Phalota village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phalota?
The Gram Panchayat of Phalota is Sukhtoli.
What is the pincode of Phalota?
The pincode of Phalota is 246474.
What is the population of Phalota?
Phalota had a total population of 104, including 46 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Phalota?
Phalota had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phalota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phalota was 83.52%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 75.47%.