Papoli - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Papoli is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Bageshwar and around 37 km from Bageshwar. Papoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papoli is 050854. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.87 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Papoli 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papoli
According to the 2011 Census, Papoli village had a total population of 584 people, including 289 males and 295 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.74%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 584 | 289 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 217 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 72 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Papoli
Papoli 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 Papoli
Papoli 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 Bageshwar to Papoli is about 37 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 Papoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Papoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papoli 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 Papoli
Where is Papoli located?
Papoli village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papoli?
Papoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papoli?
The pincode of Papoli is 263634.
What is the population of Papoli?
Papoli had a total population of 584, including 289 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Papoli?
Papoli had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papoli was 69.74%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 52.27%.