Panchoor - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Panchoor is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Jakhnidhar and around 62 km from New Tehri. Panchur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchoor is 043615. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.58 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Panchoor 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 Panchoor
According to the 2011 Census, Panchoor village had a total population of 623 people, including 290 males and 333 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 96.54% and female literacy at 72.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 623 | 290 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 251 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 39 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Panchoor
Panchoor 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 Panchoor
Panchoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Panchoor is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Panchoor is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchoor
Where is Panchoor located?
Panchoor village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchoor is Panchur.
What is the pincode of Panchoor?
The pincode of Panchoor is 249121.
What is the population of Panchoor?
Panchoor had a total population of 623, including 290 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Panchoor?
Panchoor had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchoor was 83.27%. Male literacy was 96.54% and female literacy was 72.08%.