Palethi - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Palethi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 65 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Palethi Bangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palethi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palethi is 043058. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.77 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Palethi 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palethi
According to the 2011 Census, Palethi village had a total population of 638 people, including 323 males and 315 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 88.77% and female literacy at 57.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 638 | 323 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 253 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 70 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Palethi
Palethi 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 Palethi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palethi.
| 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 Devprayag to Palethi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palethi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palethi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palethi 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 Palethi
Where is Palethi located?
Palethi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palethi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palethi is Palethi Bangarh.
What is the pincode of Palethi?
The pincode of Palethi is 249122.
What is the population of Palethi?
Palethi had a total population of 638, including 323 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Palethi?
Palethi had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palethi was 72.95%. Male literacy was 88.77% and female literacy was 57.29%.