Baman Falya - Someshwar, Almora
Baman Falya is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Arjun Rath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baman Falya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baman Falya is 053327. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.47 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Baman Falya 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 Baman Falya
As per Census 2011, Baman Falya village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 135 males and 140 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baman Falya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 135 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 112 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 23 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Baman Falya
Baman Falya 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 Baman Falya
Baman Falya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Baman Falya is about 42 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 Baman Falya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baman Falya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baman Falya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baman Falya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Baman Falya
Where is Baman Falya located?
Baman Falya village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baman Falya?
The Gram Panchayat of Baman Falya is Arjun Rath.
What is the pincode of Baman Falya?
The pincode of Baman Falya is 263629.
What is the population of Baman Falya?
Baman Falya has a total population of 275, including 135 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Baman Falya?
There are 71 households in Baman Falya.
What is the literacy rate in Baman Falya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baman Falya is 76.36%. Male literacy is 82.96% and female literacy is 70.00%.