Ajhora - Someshwar, Almora
Ajhora is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ajhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajhora is 053285. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.63 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ajhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ajhora
As per Census 2011, Ajhora village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 262 males and 315 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,202 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 262 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 192 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 70 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Ajhora
Ajhora 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 Ajhora
Ajhora 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 Almora to Ajhora 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 Ajhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ajhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajhora 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 Ajhora
Where is Ajhora located?
Ajhora village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajhora?
Ajhora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajhora?
The pincode of Ajhora is 263637.
What is the population of Ajhora?
Ajhora has a total population of 577, including 262 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Ajhora?
There are 118 households in Ajhora.
What is the literacy rate in Ajhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajhora is 63.95%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 56.19%.