Besti Palli - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Besti Palli is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Veshti Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Besti Palli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Besti Palli is 040102. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.96 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Besti Palli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Besti Palli
As per Census 2011, Besti Palli village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 255 males and 267 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Besti Palli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 255 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 171 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 84 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Besti Palli
Besti Palli 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 Besti Palli
Public transport in the Besti Palli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barkot to Besti Palli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Besti Palli is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Besti Palli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Besti Palli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Besti Palli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Besti Palli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Besti Palli
Where is Besti Palli located?
Besti Palli village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Besti Palli?
The Gram Panchayat of Besti Palli is Veshti Palli.
What is the pincode of Besti Palli?
The pincode of Besti Palli is 249185.
What is the population of Besti Palli?
Besti Palli has a total population of 522, including 255 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Besti Palli?
There are 92 households in Besti Palli.
What is the literacy rate in Besti Palli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Besti Palli is 49.23%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 32.21%.