Paletha - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Paletha is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Paletha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paletha is 040381. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.18 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Paletha 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 Paletha
As per Census 2011, Paletha village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 162 males and 164 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paletha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 162 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 123 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 39 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Paletha
Paletha 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 Paletha
Public transport in the Paletha is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Barkot to Paletha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Paletha is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paletha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paletha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paletha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paletha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paletha
Where is Paletha located?
Paletha village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paletha?
Paletha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paletha?
The pincode of Paletha is 249171.
What is the population of Paletha?
Paletha has a total population of 326, including 162 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Paletha?
There are 70 households in Paletha.
What is the literacy rate in Paletha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paletha is 59.51%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 43.29%.