Maram - Bhanoli, Almora
Maram is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Maram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maram is 053620. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.72 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Maram 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 Maram
As per Census 2011, Maram village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 184 males and 210 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 184 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 172 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 152 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 32 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Maram
Maram 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 Maram
Maram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Maram is about 44 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 Maram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maram 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maram 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 Maram
Where is Maram located?
Maram village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maram?
Maram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maram?
The pincode of Maram is 263622.
What is the population of Maram?
Maram has a total population of 394, including 184 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Maram?
There are 74 households in Maram.
What is the literacy rate in Maram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maram is 72.08%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 62.86%.