Badseela - Ranikhet, Almora
Badseela is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gadsiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badseela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badseela is 052569. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.9 hectares and falls under the 263678 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Badseela 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badseela
According to the 2011 Census, Badseela village had a total population of 298 people, including 140 males and 158 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 98.32% and female literacy at 79.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 298 | 140 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 23 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Badseela
Badseela 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 Badseela
Public transport in the Badseela 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 Almora to Badseela is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badseela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badseela 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badseela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badseela 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badseela
Where is Badseela located?
Badseela village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badseela?
The Gram Panchayat of Badseela is Gadsiyari.
What is the pincode of Badseela?
The pincode of Badseela is 263678.
What is the population of Badseela?
Badseela had a total population of 298, including 140 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Badseela?
Badseela had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badseela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badseela was 88.14%. Male literacy was 98.32% and female literacy was 79.10%.