Fooldhar - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Fooldhar is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Phooldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fooldhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fooldhar is 040338. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.25 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Fooldhar 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fooldhar
According to the 2011 Census, Fooldhar village had a total population of 219 people, including 108 males and 111 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 90.11% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 26 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Fooldhar
Fooldhar 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 Fooldhar
Public transport in the Fooldhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Fooldhar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Fooldhar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fooldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fooldhar 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 Fooldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fooldhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fooldhar
Where is Fooldhar located?
Fooldhar village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fooldhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Fooldhar is Phooldhar.
What is the pincode of Fooldhar?
The pincode of Fooldhar is 249141.
What is the population of Fooldhar?
Fooldhar had a total population of 219, including 108 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Fooldhar?
Fooldhar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fooldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fooldhar was 77.60%. Male literacy was 90.11% and female literacy was 65.22%.