Pathurankara - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Pathurankara is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Kotdwara and around 125 km from Pauri. Pathur Akara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathurankara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathurankara is 048376. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.97 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pathurankara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathurankara
As per Census 2011, Pathurankara village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 125 males and 138 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathurankara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 27 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Pathurankara
Pathurankara 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 Pathurankara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pathurankara.
| 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 Dogadda to Pathurankara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Pathurankara is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathurankara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathurankara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathurankara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathurankara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pathurankara
Where is Pathurankara located?
Pathurankara village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathurankara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathurankara is Pathur Akara.
What is the pincode of Pathurankara?
The pincode of Pathurankara is 246144.
What is the population of Pathurankara?
Pathurankara has a total population of 263, including 125 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Pathurankara?
There are 65 households in Pathurankara.
What is the literacy rate in Pathurankara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathurankara is 71.48%. Male literacy is 78.40% and female literacy is 65.22%.