Pachel - Bhanoli, Almora
Pachel is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nainoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachel is 053621. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.73 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pachel 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachel
According to the 2011 Census, Pachel village had a total population of 105 people, including 44 males and 61 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,386 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.63%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 58.00%.
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 | 105 | 44 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 6 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Pachel
Pachel 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 Pachel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pachel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Pachel is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pachel
Where is Pachel located?
Pachel village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachel?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachel is Nainoli.
What is the pincode of Pachel?
The pincode of Pachel is 263622.
What is the population of Pachel?
Pachel had a total population of 105, including 44 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Pachel?
Pachel had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachel was 73.63%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 58.00%.