Billekh - Ranikhet, Almora
Billekh is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Billekh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billekh is 052495. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.23 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Billekh 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billekh
According to the 2011 Census, Billekh village had a total population of 657 people, including 288 males and 369 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.04%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 657 | 288 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 77 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Billekh
Billekh 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 Billekh
Billekh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Billekh is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Billekh is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billekh 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 Billekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billekh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Billekh
Where is Billekh located?
Billekh village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Billekh?
Billekh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Billekh?
The pincode of Billekh is 263663.
What is the population of Billekh?
Billekh had a total population of 657, including 288 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Billekh?
Billekh had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billekh was 75.04%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 65.71%.