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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Phari village has a total population of 450 people, consisting of 244 males and 206 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 244 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 450, including 244 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Phari?
There are 86 households in Phari.
What is the literacy rate in Phari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phari is 59.11%. Male literacy is 67.21% and female literacy is 49.51%.