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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bahnoli village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 56 males and 52 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahnoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| 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 has a total population of 108, including 56 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bahnoli?
There are 22 households in Bahnoli.
What is the literacy rate in Bahnoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahnoli is 75.00%. Male literacy is 94.64% and female literacy is 53.85%.