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 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 Ajhora
According to the 2011 Census, Ajhora village had a total population of 577 people, including 262 males and 315 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 65.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 577 | 262 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 577, including 262 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Ajhora?
Ajhora had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajhora was 76.56%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 65.07%.