Baiganiya Tela - Someshwar, Almora
Baiganiya Tela is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baigania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baiganiya Tela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baiganiya Tela is 053349. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.75 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Baiganiya Tela 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 Baiganiya Tela
According to the 2011 Census, Baiganiya Tela village had a total population of 395 people, including 173 males and 222 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,283 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.13%, with male literacy at 95.14% and female literacy at 75.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 395 | 173 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 107 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 36 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Baiganiya Tela
Baiganiya Tela 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 Baiganiya Tela
Baiganiya Tela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Baiganiya Tela is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baiganiya Tela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baiganiya Tela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baiganiya Tela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baiganiya Tela 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baiganiya Tela
Where is Baiganiya Tela located?
Baiganiya Tela village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baiganiya Tela?
The Gram Panchayat of Baiganiya Tela is Baigania.
What is the pincode of Baiganiya Tela?
The pincode of Baiganiya Tela is 263637.
What is the population of Baiganiya Tela?
Baiganiya Tela had a total population of 395, including 173 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Baiganiya Tela?
Baiganiya Tela had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baiganiya Tela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baiganiya Tela was 84.13%. Male literacy was 95.14% and female literacy was 75.79%.