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
As per Census 2011, Halsi village has a total population of 91 people, consisting of 45 males and 46 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 91, including 45 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Halsi?
There are 24 households in Halsi.
What is the literacy rate in Halsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halsi is 65.93%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 58.70%.