Utyan - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Utyan is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Almora and around 25 km from Almora. Utiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utyan is 052884. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.79 hectares and falls under the 263624 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Utyan 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 Utyan
According to the 2011 Census, Utyan village had a total population of 243 people, including 132 males and 111 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 63.64%.
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 | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 104 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Utyan
Utyan 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 Utyan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Utyan.
| 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 Almora to Utyan is about 25 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 Utyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Utyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utyan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utyan
Where is Utyan located?
Utyan village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Utyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Utyan is Utiya.
What is the pincode of Utyan?
The pincode of Utyan is 263624.
What is the population of Utyan?
Utyan had a total population of 243, including 132 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Utyan?
Utyan had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utyan was 78.40%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 63.64%.