Phakwa Chak - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Phakwa Chak is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Jakhnidhar and around 27 km from New Tehri. Gadugad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phakwa Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phakwa Chak is 043625. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.89 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Phakwa Chak 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 Phakwa Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Phakwa Chak village had a total population of 49 people, including 21 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 2 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Phakwa Chak
Phakwa Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koti Chhirpaliyo Ki | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Gainwali May Dawaisari | North | 0.97 km |
| Mairaf Malla | East | 1.25 km |
| Nawakot | South | 1.94 km |
| Titriya Tipri | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Gadugadmai Chopra | West | 2.07 km |
| Petaw | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Mairaf Talla | East | 2.10 km |
| Uthar | North | 2.47 km |
| Kumardhar Maya Maroda | South | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phakwa Chak
Phakwa Chak 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 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Phakwa Chak is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Phakwa Chak is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phakwa Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phakwa Chak 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Phakwa Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phakwa Chak 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 Phakwa Chak
Where is Phakwa Chak located?
Phakwa Chak village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phakwa Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Phakwa Chak is Gadugad.
What is the pincode of Phakwa Chak?
The pincode of Phakwa Chak is 249123.
What is the population of Phakwa Chak?
Phakwa Chak had a total population of 49, including 21 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Phakwa Chak?
Phakwa Chak had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phakwa Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phakwa Chak was 72.34%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.