Bergaon - Someshwar, Almora
Bergaon 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 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sonkotli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bergaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bergaon is 053363. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.59 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bergaon 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 Bergaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bergaon village had a total population of 117 people, including 48 males and 69 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,438 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 117 | 48 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bergaon
Bergaon 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 Bergaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bergaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bergaon is about 32 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 Bergaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bergaon 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 Bergaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bergaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bergaon
Where is Bergaon located?
Bergaon village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bergaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bergaon is Sonkotli.
What is the pincode of Bergaon?
The pincode of Bergaon is 263638.
What is the population of Bergaon?
Bergaon had a total population of 117, including 48 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Bergaon?
Bergaon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bergaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bergaon was 75.49%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 66.67%.