Paroliya - Someshwar, Almora
Paroliya is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Padoliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paroliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paroliya is 053343. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.9 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Paroliya 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 Paroliya
According to the 2011 Census, Paroliya village had a total population of 559 people, including 253 males and 306 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.14%, with male literacy at 94.06% and female literacy at 65.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 559 | 253 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 108 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 206 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 47 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Paroliya
Paroliya 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 Paroliya
Paroliya 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 Paroliya is about 33 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 Paroliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paroliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paroliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paroliya 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 Paroliya
Where is Paroliya located?
Paroliya village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paroliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Paroliya is Padoliya.
What is the pincode of Paroliya?
The pincode of Paroliya is 263638.
What is the population of Paroliya?
Paroliya had a total population of 559, including 253 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Paroliya?
Paroliya had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paroliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paroliya was 78.14%. Male literacy was 94.06% and female literacy was 65.45%.