Garali - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Garali 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 101 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Byal Katiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garali is 050040. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.13 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Garali 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 Garali
According to the 2011 Census, Garali village had a total population of 121 people, including 53 males and 68 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,283 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 67.74%.
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 | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Garali
Garali 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 Garali
Public transport in the Garali is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Garali is about 101 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 Garali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garali
Where is Garali located?
Garali village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garali?
The Gram Panchayat of Garali is Byal Katiya.
What is the pincode of Garali?
The pincode of Garali is 262522.
What is the population of Garali?
Garali had a total population of 121, including 53 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Garali?
Garali had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garali was 80.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 67.74%.