Payya Pauri - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Payya Pauri is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Payya Pauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payya Pauri is 049141. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.68 hectares and falls under the 262576 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Payya Pauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Payya Pauri
As per Census 2011, Payya Pauri village has a total population of 1,806 people, consisting of 849 males and 957 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,162 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payya Pauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 849 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 156 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 654 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 195 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Payya Pauri
Payya Pauri 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 Payya Pauri
Public transport in the Payya Pauri is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharchula to Payya Pauri is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Payya Pauri is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payya Pauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payya Pauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Payya Pauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payya Pauri 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 Payya Pauri
Where is Payya Pauri located?
Payya Pauri village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payya Pauri?
Payya Pauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Payya Pauri?
The pincode of Payya Pauri is 262576.
What is the population of Payya Pauri?
Payya Pauri has a total population of 1,806, including 849 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Payya Pauri?
There are 381 households in Payya Pauri.
What is the literacy rate in Payya Pauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payya Pauri is 64.34%. Male literacy is 77.03% and female literacy is 53.08%.