Poth - Poornagiri, Champawat
Poth is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Poth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poth is 054405. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.24 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Poth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Poth
According to the 2011 Census, Poth village had a total population of 571 people, including 306 males and 265 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.20%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 56.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 571 | 306 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 212 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 94 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Poth
Poth 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 Poth
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Poth.
| 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 Tanakpur to Poth is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Poth is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poth 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 Poth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poth 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 Poth
Where is Poth located?
Poth village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Poth?
Poth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poth?
The pincode of Poth is 262523.
What is the population of Poth?
Poth had a total population of 571, including 306 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Poth?
Poth had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poth was 72.20%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 56.94%.