Ara Salpar - Bhanoli, Almora
Ara Salpar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aara Salpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara Salpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara Salpar is 053633. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.18 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Ara Salpar 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ara Salpar
According to the 2011 Census, Ara Salpar village had a total population of 1,128 people, including 500 males and 628 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,256 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 65.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 1,128 | 500 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 365 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 135 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Ara Salpar
Ara Salpar 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 Ara Salpar
Public transport in the Ara Salpar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Ara Salpar is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara Salpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara Salpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ara Salpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara Salpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ara Salpar
Where is Ara Salpar located?
Ara Salpar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ara Salpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara Salpar is Aara Salpar.
What is the pincode of Ara Salpar?
The pincode of Ara Salpar is 263622.
What is the population of Ara Salpar?
Ara Salpar had a total population of 1,128, including 500 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Ara Salpar?
Ara Salpar had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara Salpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara Salpar was 75.36%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 65.10%.