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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Palot village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 94 males and 144 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,531 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 100 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 94 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 238, including 94 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Palot?
There are 52 households in Palot.
What is the literacy rate in Palot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palot is 57.98%. Male literacy is 62.77% and female literacy is 54.86%.