Surkhal Pathak - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Surkhal Pathak is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Surkhal Pathak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkhal Pathak is 050133. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.51 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Surkhal Pathak 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surkhal Pathak
According to the 2011 Census, Surkhal Pathak village had a total population of 159 people, including 65 males and 94 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,446 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.36%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 65.82%.
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 | 159 | 65 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 12 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Surkhal Pathak
Surkhal Pathak 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 Surkhal Pathak
Public transport in the Surkhal Pathak is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Surkhal Pathak is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surkhal Pathak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkhal Pathak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surkhal Pathak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkhal Pathak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surkhal Pathak
Where is Surkhal Pathak located?
Surkhal Pathak village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surkhal Pathak?
Surkhal Pathak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surkhal Pathak?
The pincode of Surkhal Pathak is 262522.
What is the population of Surkhal Pathak?
Surkhal Pathak had a total population of 159, including 65 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Surkhal Pathak?
Surkhal Pathak had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkhal Pathak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkhal Pathak was 78.36%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 65.82%.