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 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 Bajel
According to the 2011 Census, Bajel village had a total population of 539 people, including 224 males and 315 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,406 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 92.35% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 539 | 224 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 539, including 224 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Bajel?
Bajel had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajel was 76.67%. Male literacy was 92.35% and female literacy was 65.85%.