Bohara Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Bohara Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bohara Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohara Gaon is 052524. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.12 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bohara Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bohara Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bohara Gaon village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 138 males and 137 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bohara Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 112 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 26 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Bohara Gaon
Bohara Gaon 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 Bohara Gaon
Bohara Gaon 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 Bohara Gaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bohara Gaon is about 34 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 Bohara Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohara Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bohara Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohara Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bohara Gaon
Where is Bohara Gaon located?
Bohara Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bohara Gaon?
Bohara Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bohara Gaon?
The pincode of Bohara Gaon is 263645.
What is the population of Bohara Gaon?
Bohara Gaon has a total population of 275, including 138 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Bohara Gaon?
There are 63 households in Bohara Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bohara Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohara Gaon is 69.09%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 56.93%.