Beh - Someshwar, Almora
Beh is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Beh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beh is 053397. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Beh 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 Beh
According to the 2011 Census, Beh village had a total population of 241 people, including 104 males and 137 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,317 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.60%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 67.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 241 | 104 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 19 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Beh
Beh 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 Beh
Public transport in the Beh is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Beh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beh 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Beh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beh
Where is Beh located?
Beh village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beh?
Beh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beh?
The pincode of Beh is 263601.
What is the population of Beh?
Beh had a total population of 241, including 104 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Beh?
Beh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beh was 80.60%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 67.54%.