Palyura - Someshwar, Almora
Palyura is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Palura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palyura is 053323. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.85 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palyura 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 Palyura
As per Census 2011, Palyura village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 426 males and 333 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 576 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palyura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 426 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 63 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 324 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 102 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Palyura
Palyura 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 Palyura
Palyura 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 Palyura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palyura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palyura 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 Palyura
Where is Palyura located?
Palyura village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Palyura is Palura.
What is the pincode of Palyura?
The pincode of Palyura is 263637.
What is the population of Palyura?
Palyura has a total population of 759, including 426 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Palyura?
There are 177 households in Palyura.
What is the literacy rate in Palyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palyura is 75.89%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 75.68%.