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 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 Sinau Palla
As per Census 2011, Sinau Palla village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 92 males and 96 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinau Palla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sinau Palla?
There are 49 households in Sinau Palla.
What is the literacy rate in Sinau Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinau Palla is 72.34%. Male literacy is 86.96% and female literacy is 58.33%.