Patiya Chaura - Sult, Almora
Patiya Chaura is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Patiya Chaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patiya Chaura is 052076. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.92 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Patiya Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Patiya Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Patiya Chaura village had a total population of 72 people, including 25 males and 47 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.21%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 45.45%.
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 | 72 | 25 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 6 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Patiya Chaura
Patiya Chaura 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 Patiya Chaura
Patiya Chaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Patiya Chaura is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Patiya Chaura is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patiya Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patiya Chaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patiya Chaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patiya Chaura 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 Patiya Chaura
Where is Patiya Chaura located?
Patiya Chaura village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patiya Chaura?
Patiya Chaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patiya Chaura?
The pincode of Patiya Chaura is 263676.
What is the population of Patiya Chaura?
Patiya Chaura had a total population of 72, including 25 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Patiya Chaura?
Patiya Chaura had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patiya Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patiya Chaura was 58.21%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 45.45%.