Topiyal Gaon - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Topiyal Gaon is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Lansdowne and around 79 km from Pauri. Sare Talli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Topiyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Topiyal Gaon is 047385. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.76 hectares and falls under the 246131 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Topiyal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Topiyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Topiyal Gaon village had a total population of 30 people, including 17 males and 13 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Topiyal Gaon
Topiyal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundriyal Gaon | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Koti | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Kanda Laga Koti | West | 0.88 km |
| Janda Laga Sari | West | 1.15 km |
| Jaiheri | South | 1.37 km |
| Suramari Talli | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Ranihat | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Odal | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Manjin | West | 1.97 km |
| Dudali | North | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Topiyal Gaon
Topiyal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Topiyal Gaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Topiyal Gaon is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Topiyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Topiyal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Topiyal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Topiyal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Topiyal Gaon
Where is Topiyal Gaon located?
Topiyal Gaon village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Topiyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Topiyal Gaon is Sare Talli.
What is the pincode of Topiyal Gaon?
The pincode of Topiyal Gaon is 246131.
What is the population of Topiyal Gaon?
Topiyal Gaon had a total population of 30, including 17 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Topiyal Gaon?
Topiyal Gaon had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Topiyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Topiyal Gaon was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.