Papoli - Bhanoli, Almora
Papoli is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papoli is 053532. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.78 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Papoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Papoli
According to the 2011 Census, Papoli village had a total population of 88 people, including 43 males and 45 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 67.57%.
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 | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Papoli
Papoli 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 Papoli
Papoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Papoli is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papoli 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 Papoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papoli 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 Papoli
Where is Papoli located?
Papoli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Papoli is Kuri.
What is the pincode of Papoli?
The pincode of Papoli is 263622.
What is the population of Papoli?
Papoli had a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Papoli?
Papoli had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papoli was 80.28%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 67.57%.