Bilara - Bhikiasain, Almora
Bilara is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhikiyasain and around 118 km from Almora. Inda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilara is 051645. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.28 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bilara 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.
Nearby Villages of Bilara
Bilara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Liserhi | South | 0.86 km |
| Sounli | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Inda | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Barikote | South | 1.30 km |
| Gahana Heeth | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Khobara | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Jogyura | West | 1.46 km |
| Belti | East | 1.49 km |
| Sinar | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Dhura | South | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bilara. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Bilara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bilara is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilara 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 Bilara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bilara
Where is Bilara located?
Bilara village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilara is Inda.
What is the pincode of Bilara?
The pincode of Bilara is 263667.