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 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 Banaura
According to the 2011 Census, Banaura village had a total population of 213 people, including 100 males and 113 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.26%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 59.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 213 | 100 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 213, including 100 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Banaura?
Banaura had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaura was 73.26%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 59.22%.