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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Tolyo village had a total population of 578 people, including 305 males and 273 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 63.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 578 | 305 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 578, including 305 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Tolyo?
Tolyo had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tolyo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolyo was 76.36%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 63.98%.