Boyel - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Boyel is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boyel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boyel is 050072. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.14 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Boyel 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boyel
According to the 2011 Census, Boyel village had a total population of 428 people, including 204 males and 224 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 96.65% and female literacy at 69.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 428 | 204 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 173 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 31 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Boyel
Boyel 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 Boyel
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Boyel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Boyel is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boyel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boyel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boyel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boyel 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 Boyel
Where is Boyel located?
Boyel village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boyel?
The Gram Panchayat of Boyel is Choli.
What is the pincode of Boyel?
The pincode of Boyel is 262522.
What is the population of Boyel?
Boyel had a total population of 428, including 204 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Boyel?
Boyel had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boyel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boyel was 82.32%. Male literacy was 96.65% and female literacy was 69.50%.