New - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
New is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. New village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New is 049117. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.9 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
New village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of New
According to the 2011 Census, New village had a total population of 264 people, including 133 males and 131 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 264 | 133 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 91 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of New
New 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 New
Public transport in the New 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 Dharchula to New is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to New is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New 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 New
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New 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 New
Where is New located?
New village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of New?
New is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of New?
The pincode of New is 262545.
What is the population of New?
New had a total population of 264, including 133 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in New?
New had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in New?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New was 74.64%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 63.73%.