Fartola - Barakot, Champawat
Fartola is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Lohaghat and around 28 km from Champawat. Fartola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fartola is 054177. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.25 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Fartola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fartola
As per Census 2011, Fartola village has a total population of 412 people, consisting of 213 males and 199 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fartola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 213 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 174 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Fartola
Fartola 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 Fartola
Fartola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lohaghat to Fartola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Fartola is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fartola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fartola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Fartola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fartola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fartola
Where is Fartola located?
Fartola village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fartola?
Fartola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fartola?
The pincode of Fartola is 262527.
What is the population of Fartola?
Fartola has a total population of 412, including 213 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Fartola?
There are 110 households in Fartola.
What is the literacy rate in Fartola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fartola is 78.64%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 75.38%.