Poli Paliyal - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Poli Paliyal is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pali Palyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poli Paliyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poli Paliyal is 050136. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.51 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Poli Paliyal 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 Poli Paliyal
According to the 2011 Census, Poli Paliyal village had a total population of 256 people, including 111 males and 145 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.27%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 69.29%.
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 | 256 | 111 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 18 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Poli Paliyal
Poli Paliyal 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 Poli Paliyal
Public transport in the Poli Paliyal 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 Pithoragarh to Poli Paliyal is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poli Paliyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poli Paliyal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Poli Paliyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poli Paliyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poli Paliyal
Where is Poli Paliyal located?
Poli Paliyal village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Poli Paliyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Poli Paliyal is Pali Palyal.
What is the pincode of Poli Paliyal?
The pincode of Poli Paliyal is 262522.
What is the population of Poli Paliyal?
Poli Paliyal had a total population of 256, including 111 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Poli Paliyal?
Poli Paliyal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poli Paliyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poli Paliyal was 82.27%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 69.29%.