Palangbari - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Palangbari is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chulaerasem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palangbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palangbari is 051910. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.95 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Palangbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Palangbari
According to the 2011 Census, Palangbari village had a total population of 161 people, including 63 males and 98 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 94.64% and female literacy at 70.24%.
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 | 161 | 63 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 10 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Palangbari
Palangbari 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 Palangbari
Palangbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Palangbari is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Palangbari is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palangbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palangbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palangbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palangbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palangbari
Where is Palangbari located?
Palangbari village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palangbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Palangbari is Chulaerasem.
What is the pincode of Palangbari?
The pincode of Palangbari is 263656.
What is the population of Palangbari?
Palangbari had a total population of 161, including 63 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Palangbari?
Palangbari had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palangbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palangbari was 80.00%. Male literacy was 94.64% and female literacy was 70.24%.