Paduli Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Paduli is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Nail Aetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paduli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paduli is 041194. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.11 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Paduli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paduli
As per Census 2011, Paduli village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 27 males and 33 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paduli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Paduli
Paduli 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 Paduli
Paduli 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 Nandprayag to Paduli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Paduli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paduli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paduli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paduli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paduli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paduli
Where is Paduli located?
Paduli village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paduli?
The Gram Panchayat of Paduli is Nail Aetha.
What is the pincode of Paduli?
The pincode of Paduli is 246449.
What is the population of Paduli?
Paduli has a total population of 60, including 27 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Paduli?
There are 15 households in Paduli.
What is the literacy rate in Paduli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paduli is 76.67%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 66.67%.