Helpiya - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Helpiya is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kholiya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Helpiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helpiya is 049458. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.94 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Helpiya 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Helpiya
According to the 2011 Census, Helpiya village had a total population of 127 people, including 90 males and 37 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 411 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.64%, with male literacy at 62.79% and female literacy at 84.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 127 | 90 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 36 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Helpiya
Helpiya 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 Helpiya
Helpiya 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Helpiya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Helpiya is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Helpiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helpiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Helpiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helpiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Helpiya
Where is Helpiya located?
Helpiya village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Helpiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Helpiya is Kholiya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Helpiya?
The pincode of Helpiya is 262543.
What is the population of Helpiya?
Helpiya had a total population of 127, including 90 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Helpiya?
Helpiya had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helpiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helpiya was 68.64%. Male literacy was 62.79% and female literacy was 84.38%.