Phari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Phari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Fari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phari is 040332. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.89 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Phari 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 Phari
According to the 2011 Census, Phari village had a total population of 450 people, including 244 males and 206 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 450 | 244 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 164 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 80 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Phari
Phari 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 Phari
Phari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Barkot to Phari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Phari is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phari 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 Phari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phari
Where is Phari located?
Phari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phari?
The Gram Panchayat of Phari is Fari.
What is the pincode of Phari?
The pincode of Phari is 249141.
What is the population of Phari?
Phari had a total population of 450, including 244 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Phari?
Phari had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phari was 71.12%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 58.62%.