Palla - Joshimath, Chamoli
Palla is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jakhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palla is 040832. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.88 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Palla
According to the 2011 Census, Palla village had a total population of 369 people, including 180 males and 189 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 55.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 369 | 180 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 141 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 39 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Palla
Palla 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 Palla
Palla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Palla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Palla is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palla 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 Palla
Where is Palla located?
Palla village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palla?
The Gram Panchayat of Palla is Jakhola.
What is the pincode of Palla?
The pincode of Palla is 246472.
What is the population of Palla?
Palla had a total population of 369, including 180 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Palla?
Palla had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palla was 73.08%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 55.06%.