Panthali - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Panthali is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kudiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panthali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panthali is 049203. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.99 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panthali 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 Panthali
According to the 2011 Census, Panthali village had a total population of 137 people, including 60 males and 77 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,283 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.73%, with male literacy at 92.16% and female literacy at 59.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 137 | 60 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 13 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Panthali
Panthali 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 Panthali
Panthali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Panthali is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Panthali 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 Panthali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panthali 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 Panthali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panthali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panthali
Where is Panthali located?
Panthali village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panthali?
The Gram Panchayat of Panthali is Kudiyan.
What is the pincode of Panthali?
The pincode of Panthali is 262551.
What is the population of Panthali?
Panthali had a total population of 137, including 60 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Panthali?
Panthali had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panthali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panthali was 73.73%. Male literacy was 92.16% and female literacy was 59.70%.