Pakha - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Pakha is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pakh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakha is 042997. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.5 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Pakha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakha
According to the 2011 Census, Pakha village had a total population of 750 people, including 331 males and 419 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.45%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
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 | 750 | 331 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 164 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 236 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 95 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Pakha
Pakha 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 Pakha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pakha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Pakha is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pakha 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 Pakha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakha 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 Pakha
Where is Pakha located?
Pakha village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakha is Pakh.
What is the pincode of Pakha?
The pincode of Pakha is 249155.
What is the population of Pakha?
Pakha had a total population of 750, including 331 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Pakha?
Pakha had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakha was 71.45%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 60.00%.