Pharasuli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Pharasuli is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Farasoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharasuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharasuli is 043170. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.87 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Pharasuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pharasuli
As per Census 2011, Pharasuli village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 26 males and 52 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 2,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pharasuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 26 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | - | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 2 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Pharasuli
Pharasuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jandrawana Gaon | South-West | 0.75 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | West | 1.20 km |
| Silgarh | South | 1.25 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | East | 1.29 km |
| Mathiyan Gaon | North | 1.33 km |
| Khobar | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Sisai | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Dogyar | South | 1.99 km |
| Surari | West | 2.22 km |
| Rasoli | North-West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pharasuli
Pharasuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Pharasuli is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pharasuli is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharasuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharasuli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pharasuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharasuli 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 Pharasuli
Where is Pharasuli located?
Pharasuli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharasuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharasuli is Farasoli.
What is the pincode of Pharasuli?
The pincode of Pharasuli is 249122.
What is the population of Pharasuli?
Pharasuli has a total population of 78, including 26 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Pharasuli?
There are 22 households in Pharasuli.
What is the literacy rate in Pharasuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharasuli is 62.82%. Male literacy is 92.31% and female literacy is 48.08%.