Archali - Bhanoli, Almora
Archali is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aarchali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Archali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Archali is 053695. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.69 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Archali 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 Archali
According to the 2011 Census, Archali village had a total population of 260 people, including 134 males and 126 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.18%, with male literacy at 93.81% and female literacy at 61.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183.
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 | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 106 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 28 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Archali
Archali 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 Archali
Archali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Archali is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Archali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Archali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Archali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Archali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Archali
Where is Archali located?
Archali village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Archali?
The Gram Panchayat of Archali is Aarchali.
What is the pincode of Archali?
The pincode of Archali is 263623.
What is the population of Archali?
Archali had a total population of 260, including 134 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Archali?
Archali had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Archali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Archali was 78.18%. Male literacy was 93.81% and female literacy was 61.68%.