Seal - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Seal is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Almora and around 20 km from Almora. Seal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seal is 052858. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.18 hectares and falls under the 263624 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Seal 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Seal
According to the 2011 Census, Seal village had a total population of 383 people, including 202 males and 181 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 84.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 383 | 202 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 88 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 180 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Seal
Seal 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 Seal
Seal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Almora to Seal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Seal
Where is Seal located?
Seal village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Seal?
Seal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seal?
The pincode of Seal is 263624.
What is the population of Seal?
Seal had a total population of 383, including 202 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Seal?
Seal had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seal was 91.43%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 84.85%.