Pachchisi - Someshwar, Almora
Pachchisi is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pachhisee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachchisi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachchisi is 053254. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.3 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Pachchisi 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachchisi
According to the 2011 Census, Pachchisi village had a total population of 682 people, including 289 males and 393 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,360 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 94.61% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 682 | 289 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 36 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 228 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 61 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Pachchisi
Pachchisi 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 Pachchisi
Pachchisi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Pachchisi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachchisi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachchisi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pachchisi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachchisi 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 Pachchisi
Where is Pachchisi located?
Pachchisi village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachchisi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachchisi is Pachhisee.
What is the pincode of Pachchisi?
The pincode of Pachchisi is 263629.
What is the population of Pachchisi?
Pachchisi had a total population of 682, including 289 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Pachchisi?
Pachchisi had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachchisi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachchisi was 75.29%. Male literacy was 94.61% and female literacy was 62.15%.