Sinau Palla - Pokhari, Chamoli
Sinau Palla is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sinau Palla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinau Palla is 041226. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.74 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sinau Palla 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinau Palla
According to the 2011 Census, Sinau Palla village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 64.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 80 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 12 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sinau Palla
Sinau 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 Sinau Palla
Sinau Palla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Sinau Palla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sinau Palla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinau Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinau Palla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinau 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 Sinau Palla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sinau Palla
Where is Sinau Palla located?
Sinau Palla village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinau Palla?
Sinau Palla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sinau Palla?
The pincode of Sinau Palla is 246473.
What is the population of Sinau Palla?
Sinau Palla had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sinau Palla?
Sinau Palla had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinau Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinau Palla was 79.53%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 64.37%.