Pato - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Pato is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Paatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pato village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pato is 048856. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.26 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Pato village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pato
According to the 2011 Census, Pato village had a total population of 211 people, including 101 males and 110 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.50%, with male literacy at 79.52% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 35 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Pato
Pato 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 Pato
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pato.
| 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 Didihat to Pato is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pato is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pato village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pato 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 Pato
Where is Pato located?
Pato village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pato?
The Gram Panchayat of Pato is Paatu.
What is the pincode of Pato?
The pincode of Pato is 262554.
What is the population of Pato?
Pato had a total population of 211, including 101 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Pato?
Pato had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pato was 65.50%. Male literacy was 79.52% and female literacy was 52.27%.