Rora - Bhikiasain, Almora
Rora is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Bhikiyasain and around 82 km from Almora. Lookot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rora is 051765. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.77 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Rora 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 Rora
According to the 2011 Census, Rora village had a total population of 70 people, including 27 males and 43 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,593 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.54%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.79%.
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 | 70 | 27 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 3 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Rora
Rora 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 Rora
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rora.
| 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 Rora is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Rora is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rora
Where is Rora located?
Rora village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rora?
The Gram Panchayat of Rora is Lookot.
What is the pincode of Rora?
The pincode of Rora is 263646.
What is the population of Rora?
Rora had a total population of 70, including 27 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Rora?
Rora had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rora was 82.54%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.79%.