Phapha - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Phapha is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Fapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phapha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phapha is 048882. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.33 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Phapha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Phapha
According to the 2011 Census, Phapha village had a total population of 271 people, including 135 males and 136 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.99%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 271 | 135 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 31 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Phapha
Phapha 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 Phapha
Phapha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Phapha is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Phapha is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phapha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phapha 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 Phapha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phapha 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 Phapha
Where is Phapha located?
Phapha village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phapha?
The Gram Panchayat of Phapha is Fapa.
What is the pincode of Phapha?
The pincode of Phapha is 262554.
What is the population of Phapha?
Phapha had a total population of 271, including 135 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Phapha?
Phapha had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phapha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phapha was 76.99%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 60.34%.