Petri - Mori, Uttarkashi
Petri is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Saransh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petri is 040215. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.78 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Petri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Petri
According to the 2011 Census, Petri village had a total population of 173 people, including 83 males and 90 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 51.32%.
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 | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 28 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Petri
Petri 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 Petri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Petri.
| 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 Barkot to Petri is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Petri is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petri 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 Petri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petri 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 Petri
Where is Petri located?
Petri village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petri?
The Gram Panchayat of Petri is Saransh.
What is the pincode of Petri?
The pincode of Petri is 249128.
What is the population of Petri?
Petri had a total population of 173, including 83 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Petri?
Petri had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petri was 64.38%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 51.32%.