Paletha - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Paletha is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Kotdwara and around 102 km from Pauri. Amsaud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paletha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paletha is 048479. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.18 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paletha 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 Paletha
As per Census 2011, Paletha village has a total population of 9 people, consisting of 5 males and 4 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 3 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paletha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Paletha
Paletha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aeta (atta) | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Sidhpur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Amsaur | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Aldawa | North | 2.80 km |
| Godichoti | North | 3.66 km |
| Saja Sain | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Semalchaur | North | 3.74 km |
| Fathepur Talla | North | 4.87 km |
| Juwa | North | 4.95 km |
| Godi Badi | North | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paletha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paletha. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Paletha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Paletha is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paletha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paletha 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 Paletha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paletha 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 Paletha
Where is Paletha located?
Paletha village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paletha?
The Gram Panchayat of Paletha is Amsaud.
What is the pincode of Paletha?
The pincode of Paletha is 246149.
What is the population of Paletha?
Paletha has a total population of 9, including 5 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Paletha?
There are 2 households in Paletha.
What is the literacy rate in Paletha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paletha is 66.67%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 75.00%.