Baliya - Bhanoli, Almora
Baliya is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kharkoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baliya is 053692. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.8 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Baliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Baliya
As per Census 2011, Baliya village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 37 males and 38 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Baliya
Baliya 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 Baliya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Baliya.
| 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 Baliya is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baliya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baliya 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 Baliya
Where is Baliya located?
Baliya village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Baliya is Kharkoli.
What is the pincode of Baliya?
The pincode of Baliya is 263623.
What is the population of Baliya?
Baliya has a total population of 75, including 37 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Baliya?
There are 14 households in Baliya.
What is the literacy rate in Baliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baliya is 58.67%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 44.74%.