Papon - Bageshwar
Papon is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Papon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papon is 051053. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.73 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Papon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papon
As per Census 2011, Papon village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 169 males and 127 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 751 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 169 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 126 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 43 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Papon
Papon 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 Papon
Public transport in the Papon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Papon is about 30 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 Papon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Papon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papon 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 Papon
Where is Papon located?
Papon village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papon?
Papon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papon?
The pincode of Papon is 263634.
What is the population of Papon?
Papon has a total population of 296, including 169 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Papon?
There are 64 households in Papon.
What is the literacy rate in Papon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papon is 66.55%. Male literacy is 74.56% and female literacy is 55.91%.