Napalachchu - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Napalachchu is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 159 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Napalachchu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napalachchu is 049090. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.27 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Napalachchu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Napalachchu
According to the 2011 Census, Napalachchu village had a total population of 74 people, including 43 males and 31 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 721 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Napalachchu
Napalachchu 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 Napalachchu
Public transport in the Napalachchu 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 Dharchula to Napalachchu is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Napalachchu is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napalachchu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napalachchu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Napalachchu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napalachchu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napalachchu
Where is Napalachchu located?
Napalachchu village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Napalachchu?
Napalachchu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Napalachchu?
The pincode of Napalachchu is 262545.
What is the population of Napalachchu?
Napalachchu had a total population of 74, including 43 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Napalachchu?
Napalachchu had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napalachchu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napalachchu was 97.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.10%.