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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Garali village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 53 males and 68 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,283 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 36 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 121, including 53 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Garali?
There are 31 households in Garali.
What is the literacy rate in Garali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garali is 70.25%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 61.76%.