Paparha - Ranikhet, Almora
Paparha is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paparha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paparha is 052339. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.16 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Paparha 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 Paparha
According to the 2011 Census, Paparha village had a total population of 203 people, including 76 males and 127 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,671 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.66%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 76.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 203 | 76 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 39 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 54 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Paparha
Paparha 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 Paparha
Paparha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Paparha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Paparha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paparha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paparha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paparha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paparha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paparha
Where is Paparha located?
Paparha village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paparha?
The Gram Panchayat of Paparha is Papda.
What is the pincode of Paparha?
The pincode of Paparha is 263645.
What is the population of Paparha?
Paparha had a total population of 203, including 76 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Paparha?
Paparha had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paparha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paparha was 82.66%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 76.07%.