Load Garh - Pithoragarh
Load Garh is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Badabe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Load Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Load Garh is 050458. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.09 hectares and falls under the 262529 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Load Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Load Garh
As per Census 2011, Load Garh village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 143 males and 144 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Load Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 107 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 36 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Load Garh
Load Garh 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 Load Garh
Load Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Load Garh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Load Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Load Garh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Load Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Load Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Load Garh
Where is Load Garh located?
Load Garh village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Load Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Load Garh is Badabe.
What is the pincode of Load Garh?
The pincode of Load Garh is 262529.
What is the population of Load Garh?
Load Garh has a total population of 287, including 143 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Load Garh?
There are 59 households in Load Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Load Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Load Garh is 65.85%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 56.94%.