Palogi - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Palogi is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 58 km from New Tehri. Palogi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palogi is 044545. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.32 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Palogi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palogi
As per Census 2011, Palogi village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 83 males and 70 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palogi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Palogi
Palogi 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 Palogi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Palogi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Palogi is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palogi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palogi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palogi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palogi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palogi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Palogi
Where is Palogi located?
Palogi village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palogi?
Palogi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palogi?
The pincode of Palogi is 249146.
What is the population of Palogi?
Palogi has a total population of 153, including 83 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Palogi?
There are 45 households in Palogi.
What is the literacy rate in Palogi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palogi is 64.05%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 61.43%.