Ramana - Almora
Ramana is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ramana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramana is 052946. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.48 hectares and falls under the 263655 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ramana 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramana
According to the 2011 Census, Ramana village had a total population of 148 people, including 65 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 77.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Ramana
Ramana 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 Ramana
Ramana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Almora to Ramana is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramana
Where is Ramana located?
Ramana village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramana?
Ramana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramana?
The pincode of Ramana is 263655.
What is the population of Ramana?
Ramana had a total population of 148, including 65 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Ramana?
Ramana had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramana was 85.71%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 77.14%.