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 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 Balsuna
As per Census 2011, Balsuna village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 74 males and 94 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,270 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 74 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 168, including 74 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Balsuna?
There are 36 households in Balsuna.
What is the literacy rate in Balsuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsuna is 67.26%. Male literacy is 82.43% and female literacy is 55.32%.