Forti - Lohaghat, Champawat
Forti is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Forthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Forti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Forti is 054251. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.3 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Forti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Forti
As per Census 2011, Forti village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 416 males and 412 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Forti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 416 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 358 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 58 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Forti
Forti 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 Forti
Forti 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Forti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Forti is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Forti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Forti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Forti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Forti 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 Forti
Where is Forti located?
Forti village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Forti?
The Gram Panchayat of Forti is Forthi.
What is the pincode of Forti?
The pincode of Forti is 262524.
What is the population of Forti?
Forti has a total population of 828, including 416 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Forti?
There are 175 households in Forti.
What is the literacy rate in Forti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Forti is 81.76%. Male literacy is 86.06% and female literacy is 77.43%.