Bajel - Someshwar, Almora
Bajel is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bajail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajel is 053370. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.05 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bajel 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 Bajel
As per Census 2011, Bajel village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 224 males and 315 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,406 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 224 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 181 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 43 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Bajel
Bajel 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 Bajel
Public transport in the Bajel is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bajel is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajel 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 Bajel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bajel
Where is Bajel located?
Bajel village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajel?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajel is Bajail.
What is the pincode of Bajel?
The pincode of Bajel is 263637.
What is the population of Bajel?
Bajel has a total population of 539, including 224 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Bajel?
There are 139 households in Bajel.
What is the literacy rate in Bajel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajel is 68.27%. Male literacy is 80.80% and female literacy is 59.37%.