Pholanshi - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Pholanshi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Koti Sajwano Ki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pholanshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pholanshi is 043045. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.01 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Pholanshi 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 Pholanshi
As per Census 2011, Pholanshi village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 31 males and 35 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pholanshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Pholanshi
Pholanshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rikhwani | South | 1.20 km |
| Kumrada | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Shrikot | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Kuler | North | 1.49 km |
| Jagdhar | West | 1.59 km |
| Nandoli | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Pata Walla | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Paindula | North | 2.15 km |
| Khadoli Malli | South | 2.19 km |
| Khon Bagi | South-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pholanshi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pholanshi. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Pholanshi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pholanshi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pholanshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pholanshi 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 Pholanshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pholanshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pholanshi
Where is Pholanshi located?
Pholanshi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pholanshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pholanshi is Koti Sajwano Ki.
What is the pincode of Pholanshi?
The pincode of Pholanshi is 249122.
What is the population of Pholanshi?
Pholanshi has a total population of 66, including 31 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Pholanshi?
There are 14 households in Pholanshi.
What is the literacy rate in Pholanshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pholanshi is 71.21%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 60.00%.