Balota - Someshwar, Almora
Balota 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. Bargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balota is 053303. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.39 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Balota 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 Balota
As per Census 2011, Balota village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 38 males and 60 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,578 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 39 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 38 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Balota
Balota 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 Balota
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Balota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Balota 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 Balota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balota 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balota
Where is Balota located?
Balota village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balota?
The Gram Panchayat of Balota is Bargaon.
What is the pincode of Balota?
The pincode of Balota is 263637.
What is the population of Balota?
Balota has a total population of 98, including 38 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Balota?
There are 23 households in Balota.
What is the literacy rate in Balota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balota is 60.20%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 53.33%.