Bhatgar - Someshwar, Almora
Bhatgar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhatgarmaafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgar is 053371. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.6 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhatgar 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 Bhatgar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatgar village had a total population of 252 people, including 132 males and 120 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.67%, with male literacy at 99.11% and female literacy at 75.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 111 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgar
Bhatgar 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 Bhatgar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhatgar.
| 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 Bhatgar is about 30 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 Bhatgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatgar 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 Bhatgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatgar 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 Bhatgar
Where is Bhatgar located?
Bhatgar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgar is Bhatgarmaafi.
What is the pincode of Bhatgar?
The pincode of Bhatgar is 263638.
What is the population of Bhatgar?
Bhatgar had a total population of 252, including 132 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgar?
Bhatgar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgar was 87.67%. Male literacy was 99.11% and female literacy was 75.70%.