Med Lagga Palethi - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Med Lagga Palethi is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Chamoli and around 24 km from Gopeshwar. Medtheli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Med Lagga Palethi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Med Lagga Palethi is 041013. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.32 hectares and falls under the 246424 pincode. Chamoli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Med Lagga Palethi 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Med Lagga Palethi
According to the 2011 Census, Med Lagga Palethi village had a total population of 276 people, including 134 males and 142 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.82%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 61.48%.
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 | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 111 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 23 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Med Lagga Palethi
Med Lagga Palethi 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 Med Lagga Palethi
Public transport in the Med Lagga Palethi 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 Chamoli to Med Lagga Palethi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Med Lagga Palethi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Med Lagga Palethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Med Lagga Palethi 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 Med Lagga Palethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Med Lagga Palethi 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 Med Lagga Palethi
Where is Med Lagga Palethi located?
Med Lagga Palethi village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Med Lagga Palethi?
The Gram Panchayat of Med Lagga Palethi is Medtheli.
What is the pincode of Med Lagga Palethi?
The pincode of Med Lagga Palethi is 246424.
What is the population of Med Lagga Palethi?
Med Lagga Palethi had a total population of 276, including 134 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Med Lagga Palethi?
Med Lagga Palethi had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Med Lagga Palethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Med Lagga Palethi was 77.82%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 61.48%.