Bamani Garh - Someshwar, Almora
Bamani Garh is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bamni Gar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamani Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamani Garh is 053341. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.08 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bamani Garh 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 Bamani Garh
As per Census 2011, Bamani Garh village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 100 males and 125 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamani Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 100 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 21 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Bamani Garh
Bamani Garh 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 Bamani Garh
Bamani Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bamani Garh is about 35 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 Bamani Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamani Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamani Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamani Garh 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 Bamani Garh
Where is Bamani Garh located?
Bamani Garh village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamani Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamani Garh is Bamni Gar.
What is the pincode of Bamani Garh?
The pincode of Bamani Garh is 263637.
What is the population of Bamani Garh?
Bamani Garh has a total population of 225, including 100 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Bamani Garh?
There are 55 households in Bamani Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Bamani Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamani Garh is 65.78%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 55.20%.