Palpur - Syalde, Almora
Palpur is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bhikiyasain and around 135 km from Almora. Palpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palpur is 051493. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.84 hectares and falls under the 263659 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Palpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palpur
As per Census 2011, Palpur village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 140 males and 188 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,342 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 140 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 29 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 36 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Palpur
Palpur 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 Palpur
Palpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Palpur is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Palpur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palpur
Where is Palpur located?
Palpur village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palpur?
Palpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palpur?
The pincode of Palpur is 263659.
What is the population of Palpur?
Palpur has a total population of 328, including 140 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Palpur?
There are 83 households in Palpur.
What is the literacy rate in Palpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palpur is 63.11%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 54.79%.