Balsuna - Bhanoli, Almora
Balsuna is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Balsuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsuna is 053706. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.16 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Balsuna 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 Balsuna
According to the 2011 Census, Balsuna village had a total population of 168 people, including 74 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.02%, with male literacy at 98.39% and female literacy at 64.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 168 | 74 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 13 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Balsuna
Balsuna 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 Balsuna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Balsuna.
| 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 Balsuna is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balsuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balsuna
Where is Balsuna located?
Balsuna village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balsuna?
Balsuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balsuna?
The pincode of Balsuna is 263623.
What is the population of Balsuna?
Balsuna had a total population of 168, including 74 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Balsuna?
Balsuna had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsuna was 79.02%. Male literacy was 98.39% and female literacy was 64.20%.