Ruwal - Bhanoli, Almora
Ruwal is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruwal is 053653. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.16 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Ruwal 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 Ruwal
According to the 2011 Census, Ruwal village had a total population of 246 people, including 111 males and 135 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 68.10%.
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 | 246 | 111 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 26 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Ruwal
Ruwal 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 Ruwal
Public transport in the Ruwal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ruwal is about 58 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 Ruwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruwal 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 Ruwal
Where is Ruwal located?
Ruwal village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ruwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruwal is Gauli.
What is the pincode of Ruwal?
The pincode of Ruwal is 263622.
What is the population of Ruwal?
Ruwal had a total population of 246, including 111 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Ruwal?
Ruwal had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruwal was 79.61%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 68.10%.