Orchaunaliya - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Orchaunaliya is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Dwarahat and around 58 km from Almora. Orchaunaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orchaunaliya is 052663. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.93 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Orchaunaliya 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orchaunaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Orchaunaliya village had a total population of 233 people, including 117 males and 116 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.58%, with male literacy at 96.91% and female literacy at 71.15%.
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 | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 23 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Orchaunaliya
Orchaunaliya 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 Orchaunaliya
Orchaunaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Orchaunaliya is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Orchaunaliya 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 Orchaunaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orchaunaliya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orchaunaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orchaunaliya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orchaunaliya
Where is Orchaunaliya located?
Orchaunaliya village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orchaunaliya?
Orchaunaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orchaunaliya?
The pincode of Orchaunaliya is 263621.
What is the population of Orchaunaliya?
Orchaunaliya had a total population of 233, including 117 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Orchaunaliya?
Orchaunaliya had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orchaunaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orchaunaliya was 83.58%. Male literacy was 96.91% and female literacy was 71.15%.