Palligaon - Sult, Almora
Palligaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kafalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palligaon is 052098. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.8 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Palligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Palligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Palligaon village had a total population of 121 people, including 52 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,327 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.60%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 47.76%.
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 | 121 | 52 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 11 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Palligaon
Palligaon 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 Palligaon
Palligaon 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 Ramnagar to Palligaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Palligaon is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palligaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palligaon
Where is Palligaon located?
Palligaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palligaon is Kafalta.
What is the pincode of Palligaon?
The pincode of Palligaon is 263676.
What is the population of Palligaon?
Palligaon had a total population of 121, including 52 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Palligaon?
Palligaon had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palligaon was 64.60%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 47.76%.