Pipalchora - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Pipalchora is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Nauda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalchora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalchora is 055523. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.77 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pipalchora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pipalchora
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalchora village had a total population of 217 people, including 109 males and 108 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.67%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.78%.
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 | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 99 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 10 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalchora
Pipalchora 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 Pipalchora
Pipalchora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Haldwani to Pipalchora is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Pipalchora is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalchora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalchora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalchora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalchora 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 Pipalchora
Where is Pipalchora located?
Pipalchora village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalchora?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalchora is Nauda.
What is the pincode of Pipalchora?
The pincode of Pipalchora is 263159.
What is the population of Pipalchora?
Pipalchora had a total population of 217, including 109 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Pipalchora?
Pipalchora had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalchora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalchora was 92.67%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.78%.