Pilkhi - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Pilkhi is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pilkhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilkhi is 049736. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.57 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Pilkhi 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pilkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Pilkhi village had a total population of 151 people, including 72 males and 79 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 66.22%.
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 | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Pilkhi
Pilkhi 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 Pilkhi
Public transport in the Pilkhi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Didihat to Pilkhi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pilkhi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pilkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilkhi 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 Pilkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilkhi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pilkhi
Where is Pilkhi located?
Pilkhi village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pilkhi?
Pilkhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pilkhi?
The pincode of Pilkhi is 262531.
What is the population of Pilkhi?
Pilkhi had a total population of 151, including 72 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Pilkhi?
Pilkhi had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilkhi was 78.83%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 66.22%.