Pinari - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Pinari is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinari is 049673. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.17 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Pinari 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 Pinari
According to the 2011 Census, Pinari village had a total population of 85 people, including 45 males and 40 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.87%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 80.56%.
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 | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Pinari
Pinari 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 Pinari
Pinari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Pinari is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pinari is about 99 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 Pinari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinari 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 Pinari
Where is Pinari located?
Pinari village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pinari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinari is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Pinari?
The pincode of Pinari is 262531.
What is the population of Pinari?
Pinari had a total population of 85, including 45 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Pinari?
Pinari had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinari was 89.87%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 80.56%.