Chalsiapadoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Chalsiapadoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chalseeya Padoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalsiapadoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalsiapadoli is 052406. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.28 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chalsiapadoli 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 Chalsiapadoli
According to the 2011 Census, Chalsiapadoli village had a total population of 191 people, including 87 males and 104 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.31%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 191 | 87 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 17 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Chalsiapadoli
Chalsiapadoli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakholi | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Bhuina | East | 1.17 km |
| Badhan Khet | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Doba | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Sarana | West | 1.86 km |
| Thapla | East | 1.90 km |
| Bagwali Rawtila | North | 2.15 km |
| Airari | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Malla Biswa | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Tari Juli | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chalsiapadoli
Chalsiapadoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranikhet to Chalsiapadoli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chalsiapadoli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalsiapadoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalsiapadoli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalsiapadoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalsiapadoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalsiapadoli
Where is Chalsiapadoli located?
Chalsiapadoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalsiapadoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalsiapadoli is Chalseeya Padoli.
What is the pincode of Chalsiapadoli?
The pincode of Chalsiapadoli is 263645.
What is the population of Chalsiapadoli?
Chalsiapadoli had a total population of 191, including 87 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chalsiapadoli?
Chalsiapadoli had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalsiapadoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalsiapadoli was 78.31%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 65.22%.