Joshi Palri - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Joshi Palri is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar and around 30 km from Bageshwar. Joshipalri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joshi Palri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshi Palri is 051150. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.3 hectares and falls under the 263630 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Joshi Palri 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 Joshi Palri
According to the 2011 Census, Joshi Palri village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.19%, with male literacy at 99.19% and female literacy at 72.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 123 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 18 | 55 |
Transport and Connectivity of Joshi Palri
Joshi Palri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Joshi Palri 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 Joshi Palri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshi Palri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joshi Palri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshi Palri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joshi Palri
Where is Joshi Palri located?
Joshi Palri village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joshi Palri?
The Gram Panchayat of Joshi Palri is Joshipalri.
What is the pincode of Joshi Palri?
The pincode of Joshi Palri is 263630.
What is the population of Joshi Palri?
Joshi Palri had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Joshi Palri?
Joshi Palri had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joshi Palri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshi Palri was 86.19%. Male literacy was 99.19% and female literacy was 72.17%.