Bahnoli - Bhikiasain, Almora
Bahnoli is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bhikiyasain and around 90 km from Almora. Bhaunali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahnoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahnoli is 051760. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.8 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bahnoli 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahnoli
According to the 2011 Census, Bahnoli village had a total population of 108 people, including 56 males and 52 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 98.15% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 3 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bahnoli
Bahnoli 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 Bahnoli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bahnoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bahnoli is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bahnoli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahnoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahnoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahnoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahnoli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bahnoli
Where is Bahnoli located?
Bahnoli village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahnoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahnoli is Bhaunali.
What is the pincode of Bahnoli?
The pincode of Bahnoli is 263667.
What is the population of Bahnoli?
Bahnoli had a total population of 108, including 56 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bahnoli?
Bahnoli had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahnoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahnoli was 81.00%. Male literacy was 98.15% and female literacy was 60.87%.