Paili - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Paili is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Paili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paili is 051946. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.18 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Paili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paili
As per Census 2011, Paili village has a total population of 698 people, consisting of 342 males and 356 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 698 | 342 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 261 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 81 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Paili
Paili 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 Paili
Public transport in the Paili is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Paili is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Paili is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paili 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paili 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 Paili
Where is Paili located?
Paili village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paili?
Paili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paili?
The pincode of Paili is 263656.
What is the population of Paili?
Paili has a total population of 698, including 342 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Paili?
There are 143 households in Paili.
What is the literacy rate in Paili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paili is 62.03%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 48.31%.