Faltiya - Dhyari, Almora
Faltiya is a village situated in the Dhyari tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhanoli and around 68 km from Almora. Faltiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faltiya is 053726. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.23 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Faltiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Faltiya
According to the 2011 Census, Faltiya village had a total population of 489 people, including 211 males and 278 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,318 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.64%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 489 | 211 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 57 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 73 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Faltiya
Faltiya 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 Faltiya
Faltiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Faltiya is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faltiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faltiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Faltiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faltiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Faltiya
Where is Faltiya located?
Faltiya village is located in Dhyari Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faltiya?
Faltiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faltiya?
The pincode of Faltiya is 263622.
What is the population of Faltiya?
Faltiya had a total population of 489, including 211 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Faltiya?
Faltiya had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faltiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faltiya was 68.64%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 58.33%.