Pachhu Gunth - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Pachhu Gunth is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lachpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachhu Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachhu Gunth is 048844. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.3 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Pachhu Gunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachhu Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Pachhu Gunth village had a total population of 23 people, including 15 males and 8 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 533 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Pachhu Gunth
Pachhu Gunth 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 Pachhu Gunth
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pachhu Gunth.
| 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 Pachhu Gunth is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pachhu Gunth is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachhu Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachhu Gunth 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachhu Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachhu Gunth 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 Pachhu Gunth
Where is Pachhu Gunth located?
Pachhu Gunth village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachhu Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachhu Gunth is Lachpa.
What is the pincode of Pachhu Gunth?
The pincode of Pachhu Gunth is 262554.
What is the population of Pachhu Gunth?
Pachhu Gunth had a total population of 23, including 15 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Pachhu Gunth?
Pachhu Gunth had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachhu Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachhu Gunth was 86.96%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.