Phatori - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Phatori is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatori is 049267. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.39 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Phatori 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phatori
According to the 2011 Census, Phatori village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Phatori
Phatori 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 Phatori
Phatori is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Phatori is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Phatori is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phatori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatori 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 Phatori
Where is Phatori located?
Phatori village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phatori?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatori is Mad.
What is the pincode of Phatori?
The pincode of Phatori is 262551.
What is the population of Phatori?
Phatori had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Phatori?
Phatori had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phatori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatori was 80.56%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 70.59%.