Barseela - Someshwar, Almora
Barseela is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barseela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barseela is 053270. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.8 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Barseela 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 Barseela
According to the 2011 Census, Barseela village had a total population of 91 people, including 35 males and 56 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 72.00%.
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 | 91 | 35 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Barseela
Barseela 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 Barseela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barseela.
| 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 Barseela is about 47 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 Barseela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barseela 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barseela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barseela 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barseela
Where is Barseela located?
Barseela village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barseela?
The Gram Panchayat of Barseela is Bhaita.
What is the pincode of Barseela?
The pincode of Barseela is 263629.
What is the population of Barseela?
Barseela had a total population of 91, including 35 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Barseela?
Barseela had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barseela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barseela was 82.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 72.00%.