Tipola - Jalali, Almora
Tipola is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Dwarahat and around 85 km from Almora. Tipola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tipola is 052740. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.53 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tipola 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tipola
According to the 2011 Census, Tipola village had a total population of 292 people, including 136 males and 156 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.11%, with male literacy at 95.76% and female literacy at 79.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 292 | 136 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Tipola
Tipola 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 Tipola
Tipola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dwarahat to Tipola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tipola is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tipola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tipola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tipola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tipola 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 Tipola
Where is Tipola located?
Tipola village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tipola?
Tipola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tipola?
The pincode of Tipola is 263653.
What is the population of Tipola?
Tipola had a total population of 292, including 136 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Tipola?
Tipola had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tipola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tipola was 87.11%. Male literacy was 95.76% and female literacy was 79.71%.