Futsil - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Futsil is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithpragarh. Footsil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futsil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futsil is 049999. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.33 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Futsil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futsil
As per Census 2011, Futsil village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 285 males and 334 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futsil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 285 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 215 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 70 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Futsil
Futsil 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 Futsil
Public transport in the Futsil 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 Pithoragarh to Futsil is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithpragarh to Futsil is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futsil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futsil 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Futsil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futsil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Futsil
Where is Futsil located?
Futsil village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futsil?
The Gram Panchayat of Futsil is Footsil.
What is the pincode of Futsil?
The pincode of Futsil is 262522.
What is the population of Futsil?
Futsil has a total population of 619, including 285 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Futsil?
There are 136 households in Futsil.
What is the literacy rate in Futsil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futsil is 66.40%. Male literacy is 75.44% and female literacy is 58.68%.