Bayala Khalsa - Someshwar, Almora
Bayala Khalsa is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bayala Khalsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bayala Khalsa is 053318. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.56 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bayala Khalsa 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 Bayala Khalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Bayala Khalsa village had a total population of 837 people, including 370 males and 467 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 88.16% and female literacy at 61.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 837 | 370 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 268 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 102 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Bayala Khalsa
Bayala Khalsa 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 Bayala Khalsa
Bayala Khalsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bayala Khalsa 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 Bayala Khalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bayala Khalsa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bayala Khalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bayala Khalsa 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 Bayala Khalsa
Where is Bayala Khalsa located?
Bayala Khalsa village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bayala Khalsa?
Bayala Khalsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bayala Khalsa?
The pincode of Bayala Khalsa is 263637.
What is the population of Bayala Khalsa?
Bayala Khalsa had a total population of 837, including 370 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Bayala Khalsa?
Bayala Khalsa had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bayala Khalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bayala Khalsa was 73.01%. Male literacy was 88.16% and female literacy was 61.80%.