Tolyo - Machhor, Almora
Tolyo is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from Sult and around 95 km from Almora. Tolyoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tolyo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tolyo is 052226. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.68 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Tolyo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tolyo
As per Census 2011, Tolyo village has a total population of 578 people, consisting of 305 males and 273 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tolyo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 305 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 227 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 78 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Tolyo
Tolyo 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 Tolyo
Tolyo 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Tolyo is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tolyo is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tolyo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tolyo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tolyo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tolyo 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tolyo
Where is Tolyo located?
Tolyo village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tolyo?
The Gram Panchayat of Tolyo is Tolyoun.
What is the pincode of Tolyo?
The pincode of Tolyo is 263646.
What is the population of Tolyo?
Tolyo has a total population of 578, including 305 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Tolyo?
There are 115 households in Tolyo.
What is the literacy rate in Tolyo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolyo is 65.40%. Male literacy is 74.43% and female literacy is 55.31%.