Valli Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Valli is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Valli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valli is 041169. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.93 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Valli 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 Valli
As per Census 2011, Valli village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 263 males and 314 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 263 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 110 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 60 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Valli
Valli 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 Valli
Valli 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Valli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Valli is about 72 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 Valli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Valli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valli 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 Valli
Where is Valli located?
Valli village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valli?
Valli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valli?
The pincode of Valli is 246473.
What is the population of Valli?
Valli has a total population of 577, including 263 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Valli?
There are 119 households in Valli.
What is the literacy rate in Valli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valli is 64.82%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 54.46%.