Bhukmiya - Dwarahat, Almora
Bhukmiya is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhumkiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhukmiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhukmiya is 052628. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.78 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Bhukmiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhukmiya
As per Census 2011, Bhukmiya village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 146 males and 191 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,308 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhukmiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 146 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 146 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 125 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 21 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Bhukmiya
Bhukmiya 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 Bhukmiya
Public transport in the Bhukmiya 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 Dwarahat to Bhukmiya is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhukmiya is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhukmiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhukmiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhukmiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhukmiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhukmiya
Where is Bhukmiya located?
Bhukmiya village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhukmiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhukmiya is Bhumkiya.
What is the pincode of Bhukmiya?
The pincode of Bhukmiya is 263653.
What is the population of Bhukmiya?
Bhukmiya has a total population of 337, including 146 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Bhukmiya?
There are 64 households in Bhukmiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhukmiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhukmiya is 79.53%. Male literacy is 85.62% and female literacy is 74.87%.