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 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 Bachurari
As per Census 2011, Bachurari village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 236 males and 348 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,474 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachurari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 236 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 37 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| 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 has a total population of 584, including 236 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Bachurari?
There are 135 households in Bachurari.
What is the literacy rate in Bachurari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachurari is 57.88%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 48.28%.