Almiyakady - Ranikhet, Almora
Almiyakady is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Almiya Kande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Almiyakady village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Almiyakady is 052566. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.13 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Almiyakady village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Almiyakady
According to the 2011 Census, Almiyakady village had a total population of 369 people, including 161 males and 208 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,292 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.10%, with male literacy at 96.27% and female literacy at 64.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 369 | 161 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 32 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Almiyakady
Almiyakady 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 Almiyakady
Almiyakady 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Almiyakady is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Almiyakady is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Almiyakady
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Almiyakady 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Almiyakady
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Almiyakady 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Almiyakady
Where is Almiyakady located?
Almiyakady village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Almiyakady?
The Gram Panchayat of Almiyakady is Almiya Kande.
What is the pincode of Almiyakady?
The pincode of Almiyakady is 263645.
What is the population of Almiyakady?
Almiyakady had a total population of 369, including 161 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Almiyakady?
Almiyakady had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Almiyakady?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Almiyakady was 78.10%. Male literacy was 96.27% and female literacy was 64.64%.