Fafar - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Fafar is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Lohaghat and around 33 km from Champawat. Borabunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fafar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fafar is 054324. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.6 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Fafar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fafar
According to the 2011 Census, Fafar village had a total population of 265 people, including 142 males and 123 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 94.07% and female literacy at 55.14%.
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 | 265 | 142 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 111 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 31 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Fafar
Fafar 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 Fafar
Public transport in the Fafar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Fafar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Fafar is about 33 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 Fafar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fafar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fafar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fafar 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 Fafar
Where is Fafar located?
Fafar village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fafar?
The Gram Panchayat of Fafar is Borabunga.
What is the pincode of Fafar?
The pincode of Fafar is 262524.
What is the population of Fafar?
Fafar had a total population of 265, including 142 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Fafar?
Fafar had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fafar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fafar was 75.56%. Male literacy was 94.07% and female literacy was 55.14%.