Pastoli Village - Tharali, Chamoli
Pastoli is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Pastoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastoli is 041620. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.73 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pastoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pastoli
As per Census 2011, Pastoli village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 104 males and 122 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pastoli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 104 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 11 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Pastoli
Pastoli 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 Pastoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pastoli.
| 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 Pastoli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Pastoli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pastoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pastoli
Where is Pastoli located?
Pastoli village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastoli?
Pastoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pastoli?
The pincode of Pastoli is 246481.
What is the population of Pastoli?
Pastoli has a total population of 226, including 104 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Pastoli?
There are 56 households in Pastoli.
What is the literacy rate in Pastoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastoli is 80.09%. Male literacy is 89.42% and female literacy is 72.13%.