Pharn Hill - Lohaghat, Champawat
Pharn Hill is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Patan Patani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharn Hill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharn Hill is 054248. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.33 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Pharn Hill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pharn Hill
According to the 2011 Census, Pharn Hill village had a total population of 250 people, including 128 males and 122 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.52%, with male literacy at 96.40% and female literacy at 86.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pharn Hill
Pharn Hill 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 Pharn Hill
Pharn Hill is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 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 Pharn Hill is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Pharn Hill is about 14 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 Pharn Hill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharn Hill 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 Pharn Hill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharn Hill 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 Pharn Hill
Where is Pharn Hill located?
Pharn Hill village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pharn Hill?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharn Hill is Patan Patani.
What is the pincode of Pharn Hill?
The pincode of Pharn Hill is 262524.
What is the population of Pharn Hill?
Pharn Hill had a total population of 250, including 128 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Pharn Hill?
Pharn Hill had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharn Hill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharn Hill was 91.52%. Male literacy was 96.40% and female literacy was 86.73%.