Pilkhi - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Pilkhi is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pilkhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilkhi is 042913. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.57 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pilkhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Pilkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Pilkhi village had a total population of 562 people, including 277 males and 285 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.93%, with male literacy at 96.65% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 562 | 277 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 231 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 46 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Pilkhi
Pilkhi 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 Pilkhi
Public transport in the Pilkhi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pilkhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Pilkhi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pilkhi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pilkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilkhi 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 Pilkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilkhi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pilkhi
Where is Pilkhi located?
Pilkhi village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pilkhi?
Pilkhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pilkhi?
The pincode of Pilkhi is 249155.
What is the population of Pilkhi?
Pilkhi had a total population of 562, including 277 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Pilkhi?
Pilkhi had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilkhi was 84.93%. Male literacy was 96.65% and female literacy was 73.81%.