Halsi - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Halsi is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Kotdwara and around 107 km from Pauri. Jawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halsi is 048312. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.94 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Halsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halsi
According to the 2011 Census, Halsi village had a total population of 91 people, including 45 males and 46 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 77.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Halsi
Halsi 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 Halsi
Halsi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Halsi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Halsi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halsi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Halsi
Where is Halsi located?
Halsi village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Halsi is Jawad.
What is the pincode of Halsi?
The pincode of Halsi is 246144.
What is the population of Halsi?
Halsi had a total population of 91, including 45 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Halsi?
Halsi had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halsi was 83.33%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 77.14%.