Bajela - Bhanoli, Almora
Bajela is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bajela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajela is 053570. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.5 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bajela 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 Bajela
According to the 2011 Census, Bajela village had a total population of 455 people, including 240 males and 215 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 455 | 240 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 193 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 47 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Bajela
Bajela 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 Bajela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bajela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bajela is about 65 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 Bajela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bajela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajela 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 Bajela
Where is Bajela located?
Bajela village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajela?
Bajela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bajela?
The pincode of Bajela is 263623.
What is the population of Bajela?
Bajela had a total population of 455, including 240 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Bajela?
Bajela had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajela was 78.50%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 61.45%.