Pali - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Pali is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pali is 050053. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.34 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Pali 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 Pali
According to the 2011 Census, Pali village had a total population of 695 people, including 343 males and 352 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 81.63% and female literacy at 64.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458.
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 | 695 | 343 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 239 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 240 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 103 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Pali
Pali 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 Pali
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Pali.
| 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 Pali is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pali
Where is Pali located?
Pali village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pali?
Pali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pali?
The pincode of Pali is 262522.
What is the population of Pali?
Pali had a total population of 695, including 343 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Pali?
Pali had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pali was 72.77%. Male literacy was 81.63% and female literacy was 64.42%.