Porthi - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Porthi is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 120 km from Munsiari and around 180 km from Pithoragarh. Khetbharad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porthi is 049064. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Porthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Porthi
According to the 2011 Census, Porthi village had a total population of 177 people, including 82 males and 95 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 177 | 82 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 12 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Porthi
Porthi 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 Porthi
Public transport in the Porthi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Porthi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Porthi is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porthi 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 Porthi
Where is Porthi located?
Porthi village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Porthi is Khetbharad.
What is the pincode of Porthi?
The pincode of Porthi is 262553.
What is the population of Porthi?
Porthi had a total population of 177, including 82 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Porthi?
Porthi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porthi was 85.53%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 75.86%.