Palethi
Palethi is a village located in Chamoli tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Chamoli (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Palethi village is also a gram panchayat.
Palethi has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palethi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palethi is 041012. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246424. Chamoli is nearest town to Palethi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palethi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palethi
Population of Palethi
Below is a concise population overview of Palethi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 343 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 164 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 479 | 272 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 71 | 132 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palethi village:
- The total population of Palethi village is around 682, including approximately 343 males and 339 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Palethi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palethi village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palethi village is about 70.23%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 61.06%.
- There are around 131 households in Palethi village.
Connectivity of Palethi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palethi. As per the 2011 stats, Palethi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palethi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palethi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palethi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palethi
- Where is Palethi located?
- Palethi village is situated in Chamoli Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palethi?
- Palethi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palethi?
- The pincode of Palethi is 246424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palethi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palethi is 682, with 343 males and 339 females.
- How many households are there in Palethi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palethi village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palethi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palethi is 70.23%. The male literacy rate is 79.30%, while the female literacy rate is 61.06%.