Bachurari - Someshwar, Almora
Bachurari 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. Bachhurari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachurari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachurari is 053287. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.8 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bachurari 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 Bachurari
According to the 2011 Census, Bachurari village had a total population of 584 people, including 236 males and 348 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,475 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 56.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 584 | 236 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 37 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 66 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Bachurari
Bachurari 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 Bachurari
Bachurari 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 Bachurari 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 Bachurari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachurari 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 Bachurari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachurari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bachurari
Where is Bachurari located?
Bachurari village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachurari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachurari is Bachhurari.
What is the pincode of Bachurari?
The pincode of Bachurari is 263637.
What is the population of Bachurari?
Bachurari had a total population of 584, including 236 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Bachurari?
Bachurari had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachurari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachurari was 68.28%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 56.76%.