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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Pachchisi village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 289 males and 393 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,359 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachchisi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 289 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 36 | 62 |
| 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 has a total population of 682, including 289 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Pachchisi?
There are 168 households in Pachchisi.
What is the literacy rate in Pachchisi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachchisi is 65.69%. Male literacy is 78.89% and female literacy is 55.98%.