Biroura - Lamgada, Almora
Biroura is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Almora and around 50 km from Almora. Bisaudkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biroura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biroura is 053206. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.39 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Biroura 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biroura
According to the 2011 Census, Biroura village had a total population of 96 people, including 49 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.08%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Biroura
Biroura 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 Biroura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Biroura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Biroura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biroura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biroura 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Biroura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biroura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biroura
Where is Biroura located?
Biroura village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biroura?
The Gram Panchayat of Biroura is Bisaudkot.
What is the pincode of Biroura?
The pincode of Biroura is 263625.
What is the population of Biroura?
Biroura had a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Biroura?
Biroura had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biroura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biroura was 86.08%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 80.95%.