Patharoli - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Patharoli is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ojha Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharoli is 049488. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.83 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Patharoli 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 Patharoli
According to the 2011 Census, Patharoli village had a total population of 83 people, including 43 males and 40 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.94%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Patharoli
Patharoli 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 Patharoli
Patharoli 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 5-10 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 Didihat to Patharoli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Patharoli 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 Patharoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharoli 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 Patharoli
Where is Patharoli located?
Patharoli village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharoli is Ojha Talla.
What is the pincode of Patharoli?
The pincode of Patharoli is 262543.
What is the population of Patharoli?
Patharoli had a total population of 83, including 43 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Patharoli?
Patharoli had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharoli was 81.94%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 71.43%.