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 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 Bayala Khalsa
As per Census 2011, Bayala Khalsa village has a total population of 837 people, consisting of 370 males and 467 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,262 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bayala Khalsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 370 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| 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 has a total population of 837, including 370 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Bayala Khalsa?
There are 197 households in Bayala Khalsa.
What is the literacy rate in Bayala Khalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bayala Khalsa is 62.37%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 54.39%.