Pithoragarh
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Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India पिथौरागढ़ |
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Himalyan view from Pithoragarh
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 Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India
 Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India
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| Coordinates: 29°35′N 80°13′E / 29.58°N 80.22°ECoordinates: 29°35′N 80°13′E / 29.58°N 80.22°E | |
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 India
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| State | Uttarakhand |
| District | Pithoragarh |
| Elevation | 1,514 m (4,967 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 56,044 |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| PIN | 262501 |
| Telephone code | 915964 |
| Vehicle registration | UK |
| Website | pithoragarh |
Pithoragarh is a city with a Municipal Board in the Pithoragarh district in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, was carved out of the district of Almora in 1960.
Pithoragarh is located at 29°35′N 80°13′E / 29.58°N 80.22°E. It has an average elevation of 1,514 metres (4,967 feet).
The district is named after its headquarters town, Pithoragarh. Tradition has it that during the reign of the Chand Rajas of Kumaon, one Piru, also called Prithvi Gosain, built a fort here and named it Prithvigarh which, in the course of time, got changed into Pithoragarh."
Pithorgarh is known for its unique culture. Saradotsav has played a significant role in conserving and sharing this culture. It is an important event that draws a huge crowds and showcases local culture through music and dance, often featuring performances in the Kumaoni language. Schools from the different part of district performed folk dances and songs. Various competitions are also held.
The small town has been extensively described in a novel by American author Bradley Swift titled, From Pithoragarh to Pittsburg.
Pithoragarh is connected to the outside world by road although it has a seldom-used air strip. Haldwani and Tanakpur are two entry points for entering Pithoragarh from plains. Both these places are connected by railway services. Regular state bus transport services along with private taxi services are available at both places.
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