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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pau
According to the 2011 Census, Pau village had a total population of 1,573 people, including 871 males and 702 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.93%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 83.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,573, including 871 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Pau?
Pau had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pau was 90.93%. Male literacy was 97.02% and female literacy was 83.28%.