Seem - Bhikiasain, Almora
Seem is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhikiyasain and around 108 km from Almora. Seem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seem is 051752. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.3 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Seem 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 Seem
As per Census 2011, Seem village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 104 males and 156 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,500 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 104 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 85 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 19 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Seem
Seem 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 Seem
Seem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Seem is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Seem is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seem
Where is Seem located?
Seem village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seem?
Seem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seem?
The pincode of Seem is 263680.
What is the population of Seem?
Seem has a total population of 260, including 104 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Seem?
There are 76 households in Seem.
What is the literacy rate in Seem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seem is 71.54%. Male literacy is 81.73% and female literacy is 64.74%.