Phanar - Tyuni, Dehradun
Phanar is a village situated in the Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tyuni and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Phanar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phanar is 044745. The village covers a total geographical area of 909.02 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Phanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phanar
As per Census 2011, Phanar village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 243 males and 239 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phanar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 243 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 162 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 81 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Phanar
Phanar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagoor | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Karardie | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Bhunar | East | 2.15 km |
| Obraser | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Tiutad | West | 3.00 km |
| Chausal | North | 3.02 km |
| Sunoi | South | 3.13 km |
| Bhattar | East | 3.18 km |
| Kistur | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Sunir | South-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phanar
Phanar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| 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 Chakrata to Phanar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Phanar is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phanar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phanar 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 Phanar
Where is Phanar located?
Phanar village is located in Tyuni Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phanar?
Phanar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phanar?
The pincode of Phanar is 248001.
What is the population of Phanar?
Phanar has a total population of 482, including 243 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Phanar?
There are 71 households in Phanar.
What is the literacy rate in Phanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phanar is 56.22%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 45.61%.