Bale - Someshwar, Almora
Bale 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 49 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Balai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bale is 053295. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.85 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bale 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 Bale
According to the 2011 Census, Bale village had a total population of 1,069 people, including 463 males and 606 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 1,309 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 1,069 | 463 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 142 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 344 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 119 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Bale
Bale 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 Bale
Bale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bale is about 49 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 Bale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bale 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bale
Where is Bale located?
Bale village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bale?
The Gram Panchayat of Bale is Balai.
What is the pincode of Bale?
The pincode of Bale is 263637.
What is the population of Bale?
Bale had a total population of 1,069, including 463 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Bale?
Bale had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bale was 72.55%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 60.66%.