Pokhari - Pati, Champawat
Pokhari is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Barsee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhari is 054076. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.99 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhari village had a total population of 94 people, including 48 males and 46 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 9 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhari
Pokhari 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 Pokhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pokhari.
| 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 Pokhari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Pokhari is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhari 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 Pokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokhari
Where is Pokhari located?
Pokhari village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhari is Barsee.
What is the pincode of Pokhari?
The pincode of Pokhari is 262561.
What is the population of Pokhari?
Pokhari had a total population of 94, including 48 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Pokhari?
Pokhari had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhari was 80.00%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 65.79%.