Fitari - Sankari, Uttarkashi
Fitari is a village situated in the Sankari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Mori and around 220 km from Uttarkashi. Fitari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fitari is 040240. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.31 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Fitari 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 Fitari
As per Census 2011, Fitari village has a total population of 890 people, consisting of 444 males and 446 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fitari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 444 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 253 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 191 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Fitari
Fitari 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 Fitari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Fitari.
| 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 Fitari is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Fitari is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fitari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fitari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fitari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fitari 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 Fitari
Where is Fitari located?
Fitari village is located in Sankari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fitari?
Fitari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fitari?
The pincode of Fitari is 249128.
What is the population of Fitari?
Fitari has a total population of 890, including 444 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Fitari?
There are 134 households in Fitari.
What is the literacy rate in Fitari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fitari is 43.48%. Male literacy is 56.98% and female literacy is 30.04%.