Philam - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Philam is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Philam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Philam is 049079. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.89 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Philam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Philam
As per Census 2011, Philam village has a total population of 151 people, consisting of 77 males and 74 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Philam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Philam
Philam 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 Philam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Philam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Philam is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Philam is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Philam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Philam 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 Philam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Philam 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 Philam
Where is Philam located?
Philam village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Philam?
Philam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Philam?
The pincode of Philam is 262545.
What is the population of Philam?
Philam has a total population of 151, including 77 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Philam?
There are 25 households in Philam.
What is the literacy rate in Philam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Philam is 77.48%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 68.92%.