Pau - Lohaghat, Champawat
Pau is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Pau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pau is 054231. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.56 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Pau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pau
As per Census 2011, Pau village has a total population of 1,573 people, consisting of 871 males and 702 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,263 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 871 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 141 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 750 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 121 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Pau
Pau 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 Pau
Pau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Pau is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Pau is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pau 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pau
Where is Pau located?
Pau village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pau?
Pau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pau?
The pincode of Pau is 262524.
What is the population of Pau?
Pau has a total population of 1,573, including 871 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Pau?
There are 485 households in Pau.
What is the literacy rate in Pau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pau is 80.29%. Male literacy is 86.11% and female literacy is 73.08%.