Pharwakot - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Pharwakot is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Munsiari and around 115 km from Pithoragarh. Tanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharwakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharwakot is 048869. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.22 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pharwakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pharwakot
According to the 2011 Census, Pharwakot village had a total population of 34 people, including 21 males and 13 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 619 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Pharwakot
Pharwakot 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 Pharwakot
Public transport in the Pharwakot 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Pharwakot is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pharwakot is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharwakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharwakot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pharwakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharwakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pharwakot
Where is Pharwakot located?
Pharwakot village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pharwakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharwakot is Tanga.
What is the pincode of Pharwakot?
The pincode of Pharwakot is 262555.
What is the population of Pharwakot?
Pharwakot had a total population of 34, including 21 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Pharwakot?
Pharwakot had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharwakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharwakot was 67.86%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 66.67%.