Palot - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Palot is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Udiyan Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palot is 042666. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.29 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palot 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palot
According to the 2011 Census, Palot village had a total population of 238 people, including 94 males and 144 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,532 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 84.29% and female literacy at 58.96%.
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 | 238 | 94 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 35 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Palot
Palot 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 Palot
Public transport in the Palot 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 Rudraprayag to Palot is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palot
Where is Palot located?
Palot village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palot?
The Gram Panchayat of Palot is Udiyan Gaon.
What is the pincode of Palot?
The pincode of Palot is 246475.
What is the population of Palot?
Palot had a total population of 238, including 94 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Palot?
Palot had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palot was 67.65%. Male literacy was 84.29% and female literacy was 58.96%.