Tham - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Tham is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Diyuti Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tham is 049144. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.36 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Tham 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 Tham
According to the 2011 Census, Tham village had a total population of 58 people, including 25 males and 33 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,320 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 73.33%.
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 | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Tham
Tham 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 Tham
Public transport in the Tham 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 Dharchula to Tham is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tham is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tham 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 Tham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tham 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tham
Where is Tham located?
Tham village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tham?
The Gram Panchayat of Tham is Diyuti Bagar.
What is the pincode of Tham?
The pincode of Tham is 262544.
What is the population of Tham?
Tham had a total population of 58, including 25 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Tham?
Tham had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tham was 78.26%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 73.33%.