Putha Gaon - Pankhu, Pithoragarh
Putha Gaon is a village situated in the Pankhu tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Berinag and around 79 km from Pithoragarh. Lohathal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putha Gaon is 049545. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.12 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Putha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Putha Gaon
As per Census 2011, Putha Gaon village has a total population of 3 people, consisting of 2 males and 1 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. The village has 2 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putha Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
Nearby Villages of Putha Gaon
Putha Gaon 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 Putha Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Putha Gaon.
| 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 Didihat to Putha Gaon is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Putha Gaon is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putha Gaon 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 Putha Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putha Gaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Putha Gaon
Where is Putha Gaon located?
Putha Gaon village is located in Pankhu Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Putha Gaon is Lohathal.
What is the pincode of Putha Gaon?
The pincode of Putha Gaon is 262531.
What is the population of Putha Gaon?
Putha Gaon has a total population of 3, including 2 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Putha Gaon?
There are 1 households in Putha Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Putha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putha Gaon is 66.67%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 100.00%.