Ugaliya Bist - Bhikiasain, Almora
Ugaliya Bist is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhikiyasain and around 98 km from Almora. Uagaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ugaliya Bist village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugaliya Bist is 051751. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.5 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ugaliya Bist 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 Ugaliya Bist
According to the 2011 Census, Ugaliya Bist village had a total population of 115 people, including 56 males and 59 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 61.82%.
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 | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 6 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Ugaliya Bist
Ugaliya Bist 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 Ugaliya Bist
Public transport in the Ugaliya Bist is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Ugaliya Bist is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ugaliya Bist is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugaliya Bist
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugaliya Bist 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ugaliya Bist
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugaliya Bist 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ugaliya Bist
Where is Ugaliya Bist located?
Ugaliya Bist village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ugaliya Bist?
The Gram Panchayat of Ugaliya Bist is Uagaliya.
What is the pincode of Ugaliya Bist?
The pincode of Ugaliya Bist is 263680.
What is the population of Ugaliya Bist?
Ugaliya Bist had a total population of 115, including 56 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Ugaliya Bist?
Ugaliya Bist had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ugaliya Bist?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugaliya Bist was 77.78%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 61.82%.