Faltiya - Bhanoli, Almora
Faltiya is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chouna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faltiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faltiya is 053581. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.6 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Faltiya 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 Faltiya
As per Census 2011, Faltiya village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 56 males and 80 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 51 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faltiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 56 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 14 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Faltiya
Faltiya 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 Faltiya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Faltiya.
| 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 Faltiya is about 45 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 Faltiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faltiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Faltiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faltiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faltiya
Where is Faltiya located?
Faltiya village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faltiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Faltiya is Chouna.
What is the pincode of Faltiya?
The pincode of Faltiya is 263622.
What is the population of Faltiya?
Faltiya has a total population of 136, including 56 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Faltiya?
There are 24 households in Faltiya.
What is the literacy rate in Faltiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faltiya is 62.50%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 53.75%.