Syalkot Walla - Bhikiasain, Almora
Syalkot Walla is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhikiyasain and around 108 km from Almora. Seem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syalkot Walla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syalkot Walla is 051737. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.55 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Syalkot Walla 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 Syalkot Walla
According to the 2011 Census, Syalkot Walla village had a total population of 51 people, including 23 males and 28 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 1 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Syalkot Walla
Syalkot Walla 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 Syalkot Walla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Syalkot Walla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Syalkot Walla is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Syalkot Walla 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 Syalkot Walla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syalkot Walla 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 Syalkot Walla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syalkot Walla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Syalkot Walla
Where is Syalkot Walla located?
Syalkot Walla village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syalkot Walla?
The Gram Panchayat of Syalkot Walla is Seem.
What is the pincode of Syalkot Walla?
The pincode of Syalkot Walla is 263680.
What is the population of Syalkot Walla?
Syalkot Walla had a total population of 51, including 23 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Syalkot Walla?
Syalkot Walla had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syalkot Walla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syalkot Walla was 84.00%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 74.07%.