Banaura - Someshwar, Almora
Banaura is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Banaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaura is 053275. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.18 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Banaura 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 Banaura
As per Census 2011, Banaura village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 100 males and 113 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 100 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 24 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Banaura
Banaura 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 Banaura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Banaura.
| 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 Banaura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaura 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 Banaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaura 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 Banaura
Where is Banaura located?
Banaura village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banaura?
Banaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banaura?
The pincode of Banaura is 263637.
What is the population of Banaura?
Banaura has a total population of 213, including 100 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Banaura?
There are 50 households in Banaura.
What is the literacy rate in Banaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaura is 64.32%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 53.98%.